Degatide 120 Injection is used in the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. It works by lowering the amount of testosterone produced in the body and restricts the growth of a cancer cell.

Degatide 120 Injection is used during techniques in women that help them in getting pregnant

Side effects of Degatide Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Degatide

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Weight gain
Hot flashes
Increased liver enzymes
Low sexual desire
Erectile dysfunction

How to use Degatide Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Degatide 120 Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Degatide 120 Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Degatide 120 Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Degatide 120 Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Degatide 120 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
A cautious use of Degatide 120 Injection is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Degatide 120 Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Degatide 120 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended for patients with mild to moderate liver disease. Regular monitoring of testosterone levels is advised.

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Quick tips

Degatide 120 Injection helps in the treatment of advanced hormone-dependent prostate cancer.
It is given by injection under the skin (subcutaneously), usually in the stomach area.
It may cause dizziness and blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
It may cause hot flashes. Try wearing loose clothing and avoid alcohol, caffeine, and spicy foods.
Inform your doctor if you are diabetic or have problems with your heart, kidney or liver.
Your doctor may check the level of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood. This is done to monitor how well Degatide 120 Injection is working for you. A decrease in PSA levels is usually a sign that your treatment is working.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Polypeptides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

GNRH antagonists

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References

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