Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Degarelix Injection
Degarelix Injection
| Generic name | Degarelix |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist |
| Forms | Powder for injection, 120 mg per vial, Powder for injection, 80 mg per vial |
Degarelix is a man-made protein that lowers certain hormone levels in the body, including testosterone. It is given as an injection under the skin to treat advanced prostate cancer.
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