Ganirelix - ga-ni-REL-iksis using as a fertility drug to prevent premature luteinizing hormone - LH surges in women undergoing the fertility procedure of controlled ovarian hyperstimulation. LH is involved in ovulation, which is the development of eggs in the ovaries. Ganirelix may help reduce the need for follicle-stimulating hormone - FSH , which is also involved in ovulation.
Ganirelix is available only with your family doctor's prescription in the following dosage form:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
† Not commercially available in Canada.