Degarelix



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Degarelix Information



Degarelix Benefits & Uses

Degarelix is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Degarelix Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Prostate Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: 2 dose of 120 mg given instantly, then after 28 days given 80 mg, every 28 days
Geriatric
  • Disease: Prostate Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: 2 dose of 120 mg given instantly, then after 28 days given 80 mg, every 28 days


Degarelix Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Degarelix is used -

Degarelix Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Degarelix safe for pregnant women?


    Degarelix should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Degarelix safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Degarelix. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Degarelix on the Kidneys?


    Degarelix may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Degarelix on the Liver?


    Degarelix is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Degarelix on the Heart?


    Degarelix is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Degarelix with Other Drugs

Degarelix should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



Degarelix Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Degarelix unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Degarelix

  • Is this Degarelix habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Degarelix is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Degarelix you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Degarelix only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Degarelix is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Degarelix Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Degarelix


    Taking Degarelix with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Degarelix


    Taking Degarelix with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tradename® (degarelix)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 408-410



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