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Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Antagonists

Gonadotropin releasing hormone antagonists are used for fertility. They work by controlling premature ovulation in women by preventing early egg release.

Why are gonadotropin releasing hormone antagonists prescribed?

  1. Fertility (77%)
  2. Endometriosis (21%)
  3. Prostate Cancer (2%)

Key takeaways

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone antagonists reduce the levels of estrogen and testosterone in the body. They're used to treat hormone-sensitive health conditions such as prostate cancer and endometriosis. They also prevent mature eggs from being released early during fertility treatment. Some of these medications are taken orally, while others are injectioned. Examples include ganirelix (Fyremadel), elagolix (Orilissa), and relugolix (Orgovyx).

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fyremadel, ganirelix

as low as$150
GANIRELIX prevents premature ovulation in people trying to get pregnant. It works by blocking the release of a hormone that triggers ovulation. This prevents eggs from being released too early, before they are mature. It belongs to a group of medications called GnRH blockers.
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Orilissa

as low as$1,143
ELAGOLIX treats pain caused by endometriosis. It works by decreasing the amount of estrogen and other hormones your body makes.
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Cetrotide (cetrorelix)

as low as$243
CETRORELIX prevents premature ovulation in people trying to get pregnant. It works by blocking the release of a hormone that triggers ovulation. This prevents eggs from being released too early, before they are mature. It belongs to a group of medications called GnRH blockers. It is often used as part of a fertility treatment program.
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Firmagon

as low as$474
Firmagon (degarelix) is used to treat prostate cancer. Firmagon is a gonadotropin releasing hormone antagonist, which works by blocking the pituary gland from making certain hormones. The most common form of Firmagon is a 80mg kit. It is also available as a 240mg kit. There are currently no generic alternatives for Firmagon. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans.
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Orgovyx

RELUGOLIX treats prostate cancer. It works by decreasing levels of the hormone testosterone in the body. This prevents prostate cancer cells from spreading or growing.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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