Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection | 0.25 mg in 1 Vial

Introduction of Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection

Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection belongs to a class of drugs known as GnRH antagonists (gonadotropin-releasing hormone antagonists. Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection used in the field of in vitro fertilization (IVF). In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a complex fertility treatment used to help individuals or couples conceive a child when they have difficulties getting pregnant naturally. Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection can stimulate her ovaries to produce multiple mature eggs. This helps increase the chances of successful fertilization.

Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection may cause some adverse effects including itching, redness, swelling at the injection site, headache, or nausea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection should not use if you have severe kidney disease or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine similar Cetrolix 0.25 mg. If you are already pregnant using Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection may cause birth defects, miscarriage, or stillbirth. Do not use it if you are pregnant. You may need to have a negative pregnancy test before starting this treatment.

Before taking Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection, inform your doctor about if you have any health problems such as kidney, liver or any other illness and also inform if you are using any hormonal-related medicines, prescription medicines or herbal or vitamins tablets. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection is given subcutaneously under the supervision of a doctor. Do not self-administer the injection. Your doctor or nurse may help you to know the best way to inject the medicine at home. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

Uses of Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection

• Female infertility
• In vitro fertilization (IVF)
  

Benefits of Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection

Female infertility: Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection prevents release of premature eggs during a process called ovulation in females. This helps in normal development of an egg in a woman's ovary (female reproductive organ), and stimulates the release of a healthy, matured egg. This helps to treat infertility in women and increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective.

In vitro fertilization (IVF): In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a complex and widely-used fertility treatment that helps individuals and couples with infertility issues to conceive a child. Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection can stimulate her ovaries to produce multiple mature eggs. This helps increase the chances of successful fertilization.

Side Effects of Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection

​​​​​Like all medications, Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection can cause side effects but do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.​

Most Common Side Effects of Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection

• Nausea,
• Headache
• Redness
• Bruising
• itching

Common Side Effects of Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection

• Rapid weight gain
• Little or no urination,
• pain while breathe,
• Rapid heart rate
• Shortness of breath
• Diarrhea

How to Use Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection?

​Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection is given subcutaneously under the supervision of a doctor. Do not self-administer the injection. Your doctor or nurse may help you to know the best way to inject the medicine at home. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

How Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection Works?

Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection works by preventing eggs from being released too early allowing eggs to be released from the ovaries. This will help the eggs' time to grow properly. This is usually combined with another hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin-hCG) to help you get pregnant.

Safety Advices Cetrolix 0.25 mg Injection

Alcohol

Unsafe

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Kidney

Use with Caution

Liver

Use with Caution

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

Driving

Safe

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