Rx only • For subcutaneous use only • United States

Ganirelix Acetate Injection 250 mcg/0.5 mL

Product information for patients, healthcare professionals, and wholesalers/pharmacies — including Prescribing Information (PI) and contact for inquiries.

How supplied
Single-dose, sterile prefilled syringe (250 mcg/0.5 mL). 27 gauge x 1/2-inch needle.
NDC
83301-0082-1 (single syringe)
Storage
Store 20°–25°C (68°–77°F); excursions 15°–30°C (59°–86°F). Protect from light.
Ganirelix Acetate Injection carton and prefilled syringe

Indication

Ganirelix Acetate Injection is indicated for the inhibition of premature LH surges in women undergoing controlled ovarian hyperstimulation.

For Patients

This page provides product information and resources. Please speak with your healthcare provider about whether this product is appropriate for you. For complete information, see the Prescribing Information.

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For Healthcare Professionals

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For Wholesalers / Pharmacies

NDC, presentation, storage details, and an inquiry form for ordering or distribution questions.

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Important Safety Information (ISI)

The following is a brief summary. Please see the full Prescribing Information for complete details.

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to ganirelix acetate or any of its components.
  • Known hypersensitivity to GnRH or any other GnRH analog.
  • Known or suspected pregnancy.

Warnings & Precautions

  • Should be prescribed by physicians experienced in infertility treatment.
  • Before starting therapy, pregnancy must be excluded.
  • Hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylaxis, angioedema, and urticaria) have been reported; discontinue and treat if suspected.

Common Adverse Reactions (≥1%)

Abdominal pain (gynecological), fetal death, headache, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), vaginal bleeding, injection site reaction, nausea, abdominal pain (gastrointestinal).

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Prescribing Information

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Please see the full Prescribing Information for complete details.

Patients

What is Ganirelix Acetate Injection used for?

Ganirelix Acetate Injection is indicated for the inhibition of premature LH surges in women undergoing controlled ovarian hyperstimulation. For complete information on use, risks, and instructions, please see the Prescribing Information and talk with your healthcare provider.

Rx only. For subcutaneous use only.

Directions for Use (Injection)

The following steps summarize the labeled instructions. Follow your healthcare provider’s directions and the full Prescribing Information.

1
Prepare
Single-dose, sterile prefilled syringe for subcutaneous use only. Air bubbles may be present and do not need to be removed.
2
Wash hands
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
3
Choose injection site
Common sites are the abdomen around the navel or the upper thigh. Vary the site a little with each injection.
4
Clean the site
Swab with disinfectant, clean ~2 inches around, and let dry for at least 1 minute.
5
Remove needle cover
Hold syringe upward and remove the needle cover.
6
Pinch skin & insert needle
Pinch a large area of skin. Insert the needle at the base of the pinched skin at a 45°–90° angle.
7
Check placement (per PI)
If blood is drawn into the syringe when drawing back on the plunger, reposition as described in the PI (or use a new sterile syringe).
8
Inject
Depress the plunger slowly and steadily.
9
Finish
Remove the syringe quickly and apply pressure with a disinfectant swab.
10
Dispose
Use only once. Discard any unused portion and dispose of the syringe properly.
Important: For complete directions and warnings, download the Prescribing Information.

Healthcare Professionals

Indication (US)

Ganirelix Acetate Injection is indicated for the inhibition of premature LH surges in women undergoing controlled ovarian hyperstimulation.

How supplied

  • Single-dose, sterile, prefilled 1 mL glass syringe containing 250 mcg/0.5 mL aqueous solution.
  • Affixed needle: 27 gauge x 1/2-inch.
  • Latex statement: Packaging components are free from dry natural rubber/latex.

Dosing & administration (see PI for full details)

After initiating FSH therapy on Day 2 or 3 of the cycle, Ganirelix Acetate Injection 250 mcg may be administered subcutaneously once daily during the mid to late portion of the follicular phase and continued daily until the day of hCG administration.

Storage

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Protect from light.

Wholesalers / Pharmacies

Product details

  • NDC: 83301-0082-1 (single syringe)
  • Presentation: 250 mcg/0.5 mL single-dose sterile prefilled syringe
  • Storage: 20°–25°C; excursions 15°–30°C; protect from light

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