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Factrel Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Factrel Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Factrel (gonadorelin) as a single injection is indicated for evaluating the functional capacity and response of the gonadotropes of the anterior pituitary. This single-injection test does not measure pituitary gonadotropic reserve, for which more prolonged or repeated administration may be required. The LH response is useful in testing patients with suspected gonadotropin deficiency, whether due to the hypothalamus alone or in combination with anterior pituitary failure. Factrel (gonadorelin) is also indicated for evaluating residual gonadotropic function of the pituitary following remova...

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Factrel Patient Information: Side Effects

If you experience a rare allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives) to gonadorelin, seek emergency medical attention.

Other less serious side effects may also occur. Notify your doctor if you experience

  • headache;
  • flushing;
  • nausea or abdominal discomfort;
  • dizziness or lightheadedness;
  • pain, swelling, or itching at the injection site; or
  • skin rash.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor...

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Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration

 

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