Degarelix

INFORMATION ABOUT DEGARELIX

Degarelix Uses

Degarelix is used in the treatment of female infertility and prostate cancer.

How Degarelix works

Degarelix lowers the amount of testosterone (a male hormone) produced by the body. This may slow or stop the spread and growth of prostate cancer cells that need testosterone to grow.

Common side effects of Degarelix

Most side effects 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

Common

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Weight gain, Hot flashes, Increased liver enzymes, Pain, Erythema (skin redness), Swelling, Induration (hardening of a normally soft tissue or organ), Nodules, Fatigue, High blood pressure, Back pain, Joint pain, Urinary tract infection

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Expert advice for Degarelix

Degarelix helps in the treatment of advanced hormone-dependent prostate cancer.
It is given by injection under the skin (subcutaneously), usually in the stomach area.
It may cause dizziness and blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
It may cause hot flashes. Try wearing loose clothing and avoid alcohol, caffeine, and spicy foods.
Inform your doctor if you are diabetic or have problems with your heart, kidney or liver.
Your doctor may check the level of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood. This is done to monitor how well Degarelix is working for you. A decrease in PSA levels is usually a sign that your treatment is working.