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Cetrotide

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OVERDOSE

There have been no reports of over-dosage with Cetrotide® (cetrorelix) 0.25 mg or 3 mg in humans. Single doses up to 120 mg Cetrotide® (cetrorelix) have been well tolerated in patients treated for other indications without signs of over-dosage.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Cetrotide® (cetrorelix acetate for injection) is contraindicated under the following conditions:

  1. Hypersensitivity to cetrorelix acetate, extrinsic peptide hormones or mannitol.
  2. Known hypersensitivity to GnRH or any other GnRH analogs.
  3. Known or suspected pregnancy, and lactation (see PRECAUTIONS).
  4. Severe renal impairment

Last reviewed on RxList: 5/14/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.

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