Cetrorelix (Systemic)
Brand Names : Cetrotide
Proper Use of This MedicineTake
this medicine only as directed by your doctor.
If you are to begin
on Day 5, count the first day of your menstrual period as Day 1. Beginning
on Day 5, take the correct dose every day for as many days as your doctor
ordered. To help you to remember to take your dose of medicine, take it at
the same time every day.
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Read the paper with information for the patient carefully.
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Understand and use the proper method of safely preparing the medicine.
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Wash your hands with soap and water and use a clean work area to
prepare your injection.
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Make sure you clearly understand and carefully follow your doctor's
instructions on how to give yourself an injection, including using the proper
needle and syringe. Remember to change the site of injection to different
areas to prevent skin problems from developing.
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Throw away needles, syringes, bottles, and unused medicine after
the injection in a safe manner.
Tell your doctor when you use the last dose of cetrorelix
. Cetrorelix often requires that another hormone called human chorionic
gonadotropin (hCG) be given as a single dose the day after the last dose of
cetrorelix is given. Your doctor will give you this medicine or arrange for
you to get this medicine at the right time.
Dosing - The dose of cetrorelix may be different for different
patients. If you are receiving cetrorelix at home, follow
your doctor's orders or the directions on the label
. The following
information includes only the average doses of cetrorelix. If your dose is different, do not change it
unless your doctor tells
you to do so.
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For injection
dosage form:
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For treatment of female infertility:
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Adults - 3 milligrams (mg) injected under the skin one time on
Day 7 of your menstrual cycle, or 0.25 mg injected under the skin starting
on Day 5 or 6 of your menstrual cycle and continuing until HCG administration
occurs.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, discuss
with your doctor when you should receive your next dose. Do not double doses.
If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Keep the packaged tray in the outer carton to protect it from light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Store the 0.25 mg vials in the refrigerator , keep from freezing.
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Store the 3 mg vials at room temperature.
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