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Cetrotide

Cetrotide Side Effects

Kristianne Hannemann, PharmDCydnee Ng, PharmD
Reviewed by Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD, Cydnee Ng, PharmD
Last reviewed on December 1, 2025

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

Less Common Side Effects

Cetrotide serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Allergic reaction: hives, rash, swelling of the lips or tongue, trouble breathing

Source: DailyMed

The following Cetrotide side effects have also been reported

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Abdominal or stomach pain

continuing or severe nausea, vomiting or diarrhea

decreased amount of urine

feeling of indigestion

moderate to severe bloating

pelvic pain, severe

rapid weight gain

shortness of breath

swelling of lower legs

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

Headache

injection site bruising, itching, swelling, or redness

nausea

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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