Ganirelix is used as part of a treatment program for certain fertility problems in women. It is generally used in combination with other hormones (FSH and hCG). Ganirelix works by blocking the release of a certain hormone (luteinzing hormone). It helps delay ovulation and increases the chance of producing fertile eggs.
Side effects for this drug include: Redness or pain at the injection site, headache, mild nausea/stomach pain and tiredness. This medication may cause a condition known as OHSS, this condition may occur during or after treatment. Rarely, serious OHSS causes fluid to suddenly build up in the stomach, chest, and heart area. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop the following side effects: severe pain or swelling in the lower abdomen, severe nausea/vomiting, sudden/rapid weigh gain, change in amount of urine.
Follistim Day 6: 300 iu injection
Ganirelix Day 2: 1 syringe (.5) This drug is also quite simple to inject, it comes ready to go. The medication is in they syringe with the needle attached. All you have to do is wash your hands, use an alcohol swab to clean the injection site and then insert the needle making sure to only inject the amount prescribed by your doctor.
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