Cetrorelix (Subcutaneous Route)

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Cetrorelix (Subcutaneous Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Cetrotide

Description

Cetrorelixis a man-made hormone that blocks the effects of Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH). GnRH controls another hormone that is called luteinizing hormone (LH), which is the hormone that starts ovulation during the menstrual cycle. When undergoing hormone treatment sometimes premature ovulation can occur, leading to eggs that are not ready for fertilization to be released. Cetrorelix does not allow the premature release of these eggs to occur.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using
DR600327 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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