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Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection

Manufactured bySamarth Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsCetrorelix
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection is used along with other hormonal medicines such as human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in women who are under fertility treatment (controlled ovarian stimulation) for preventing the release of a premature egg from the ovary. Use of this medicine in pregnant women is not recommended.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection

Asporelix 0.25 mg Injection
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Cetrotide (Serum) 0.25 mg Injection
Serum Institute Of India Ltd.
Ciscure 0.25 mg Injection
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Ovurelix 0.25 mg Injection
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Setova 0.25 mg Injection
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection

Hypersensitivity

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS)

Nausea

Headache

Swelling of ankles or feet

Decreased urine output

Shortness of breath

Rapid weight gain

Uses of Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection

What is it prescribed for?

Prevention of premature ovulation in women undergoing controlled ovarian stimulation

Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection is used in combination with hCG analogs for preventing the release of a premature egg from the ovary, thus enhancing the chances of getting pregnant.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 hour of administration of the 3 mg dose and within 2 hours of administration of the 0.25 mg dose.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection remains active in the body for 24 hours after a 0.25 mg dose and for 4 days after a 3 mg dose.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit forming tendencies were reported.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cetrorelix or any other components present along with it.

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General warnings

Use in pediatrics

This medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

Elevated liver enzymes

This medicine may cause elevation of liver enzymes up to 3 times of the upper limit of normal. Close monitoring of liver enzymes is recommended during treatment with this medicine.

Geriatric use

Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection is not recommended for use in patients above 65 years of age.

Missed Dose

If you miss an appointment for a dose of Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection injection, contact your doctor immediately and schedule the dose as soon as possible.

Overdose

Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection injection is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Eurelix 0.25 mg Injection acts by blocking the action of certain natural hormones responsible for the release of an egg from the ovary. This helps in preventing the premature release of the egg.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonist

Schedule

N/A

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https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=aca7768e-28a7-4027-b1d8-e66247665f79&audience=consumer

[Internet]. 2017 [cited 21 August 2017]. Available from:

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/8744

Cetrorelix - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2017 [cited 21 August 2017]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00050

Cetrorelix (substance) [Internet]. Snomedbrowser.com. 2017 [cited 21 August 2017]. Available from:

http://www.snomedbrowser.com/Codes/Details/395906005

[Internet] Genome.jp. 2017 [cited 21 August 2017]. Available from:

http://www.genome.jp/dbget-bin/www_bfind_sub?mode=bfind&max_hit=1000&dbkey=all&keywords=cetrorelix

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Information on this page was last updated on 29 Aug 2017

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