Common Headache, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Injection site reaction, Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome.

Expert advice for Orgalutran Injection

Make sure you are not pregnant at the time of starting this treatment. Inform your doctor if you have chances of pregnancy.
Ganirelix subcutaneous injection should be taken on the abdomen around the navel or upper thigh.
Ganirelix may cause ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the symptoms (abdominal bloating, mild pain in the abdomen, weight gain).

Q. Is Orgalutran the same as cetrotide?
Orgalutran and cetrotide are two different medicines, but both are used in women undergoing assisted reproduction techniques such as in vitro fertilization (IFV) to reduce luteinizing hormone surge

Q. Is Orgalutran the same as Lupron?
No, Lupron is a brand for a different hormonal medication called gonadotropin releasing hormone agonist. Both are used in women undergoing assisted reproduction techniques such as in vitro fertilization (IFV)

Q. Is Orgalutran the same as Gonal F?
No, Gonal Fis a brand name for a different hormonal medication with different usage

Q. Is Orgalutran supposed to be refrigerated?
No, Orgalutran should be stored at room temperature in the original package, to protect it from sunlight

Q. Is Orgalutran injection painful?
Orgalutran injection can cause mild pain during administration at the injection site

Q. When is Orgalutran started?
Orgalutran is started on day 5 or day 6 after FSH/corifollitropin alfa administration

Q. Does Orgalutran stop follicle growth?
No, Orgalutran does not slow or stop follicle growth

Q. Does Orgalutran stop/ prevent ovulation?
No, Orgalutran does not stop or prevent ovulation; it reduces luteinizing hormone surge in women suffering from premature ovulation or undergoing a controlled ovarian stimulation for assisted reproduction technique (like IVF) in infertility

Q. Does Orgalutran make you tired?
Yes, Orgalutran can make you feel tired or cause general weakness.