About cetrorelix acetate
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone antagonist
Used for
- Prevents premature ovulation during assisted fertility treatment.
Usual adult dose
0.25 mg injected under the skin once daily, as directed during fertility treatment.
Common side effects
- Injection-site redness, swelling, or itching
- Headache
- Nausea
Important warnings
- Use only under fertility-specialist supervision.
- Rarely, severe allergic reactions can occur.
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome may occur as part of fertility treatment.
Pregnancy
Not used during pregnancy; treatment is intended for assisted reproduction before pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety is not established; it is not intended for use while breastfeeding.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.