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What is Antagon used for?
Who should not take Antagon?
What should I tell my health care provider?
What are some possible side effects?
What is Antagon?
Antagon is used to inhibit premature ovulation in women undergoing fertility procedures.
Antagon replaces older fertility because it requires fewer injections, It can descrease treatment time by up to 80%.
Antagon works immediately by suppressing LH and FSH secretion. This allows for the eggs to reach the level of development needed for fertilization.
Who should not use Antagon?
- Women who have experienced a hypersensitivity reaction to gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) or any other GnRH-type drug.
- Women who suspect or know they are pregnant.
It is very important to rule out pregnancy before starting
Special Warnings with Antagon :
- A physician specializing in fertility treatment should prescribe Antagon.
- Before starting treatment with Antagon, pregnancy must be ruled out.
General Precautions with Antagon:
- Patients with hypersensitivity to GnRH should be closely monitored after the first injection.
- The packaging of Antagon contains natural rubber latex that may cause allergic reactions.
- You will need to be examined on a regular basis when using Antagon.
What should I tell my doctor or health care provider?
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Women who are pregnant or breast-feeding should not use Antagon.
What are some possible side effects of Antagon?
The most frequent side effects of Antagon are:
- Abdominal pain
- Fetal death
- Headache
- Vaginal bleeding
- Injection site reaction
If you experience an allergic reaction such as, difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue or face,or hives, seek emergency medical help immediately.
For more detailed information about Antagon, ask your health care provider. |
