What is ganirelix?
Ganirelix is a man-made form of a protein that reduces the amount of certain hormones in the body, including estrogen.
Ganirelix is used along with other medications to regulate hormones during treatment for infertility in women.
Ganirelix may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about ganirelix?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to ganirelix or similar medications such as leuprolide (Lupron, Eligard), goserelin (Zoladex), or nafarelin (Synarel).
Before using ganirelix, tell your doctor if you are allergic to latex rubber.
Do not use ganirelix if you are already pregnant. Your doctor may give you a pregnancy test to make sure you are not pregnant before you receive ganirelix.
You should not breast-feed while you are being treated with ganirelix.
During your treatment with ganirelix, your blood may need to be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly. You must remain under the care of your doctor while using ganirelix.
Some women using this medicine have developed a condition called ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), especially after the first treatment cycle. OHSS can be a life-threatening condition. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of OHSS: severe pelvic or stomach pain, swelling or weight gain, shortness of breath, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or urinating less than usual.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using ganirelix?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to ganirelix or similar medications such as leuprolide (Lupron, Eligard), goserelin (Zoladex), or nafarelin (Synarel).
Before using ganirelix, tell your doctor if you are allergic to latex rubber.
FDA pregnancy category X. This medication can harm an unborn baby or cause birth defects. Do not use ganirelix if you are already pregnant. Your doctor may give you a pregnancy test to make sure you are not pregnant before you receive ganirelix. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether ganirelix passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while you are being treated with ganirelix.