What is Ganirelix acetate/Antagon used for?

This medicine is used to treat infertility in women

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Ganirelix acetate/Antagon be stored?

Store at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.

General drug information:

When should Ganirelix acetate/Antagon not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine or to similar medications.

What precautions should I follow when taking Ganirelix acetate/Antagon?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition like heart disease, lung disease, impairment of kidney or liver functions.

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Ganirelix acetate/Antagon?

This medicine should be prescribed by physicians who are experienced in infertility treatment. Before starting treatment with ganirelix injection, pregnancy must be excluded

What are the side effects of Ganirelix acetate/Antagon?

Most severe: Skin reaction such as redness, with or without swelling at the injection site.

Most common: Headache, nausea, dizziness, asthenia (lack or loss of strength and energy) and malaise (general unwell feeling).

Other: Abdominal pain, ectopic pregnancy

How should I take Ganirelix acetate/Antagon?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.