Deghor 80mg Injection

About Deghor 80mg Injection

Deghor 80mg Injection contains Degarelix as its active ingredient. GnRH (gonadotropin-releasing hormone) antagonists like degarelix are mostly used to treat advanced prostate cancer.

If you have liver problems, diabetes, heart illness, or are pregnant or nursing, let your doctor know before taking this medication. Your doctor may check PSA levels to track the success of treatment, so let them know about any additional medications you use.

Brand Name: Deghor

Composition: Degarelix

Mechanism of Action:

As a GnRH antagonist, degarelix functions by directly inhibiting the pituitary gland's GnRH receptors. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) rapidly decline as a result, which in turn reduces the testes' ability to produce testosterone. This decrease can aid in slowing or halting the growth of prostate cancer as these cells need testosterone to proliferate.

Uses:

Prostate Cancer

Dosage and Administration:

Deghor 80 Injection is administered subcutaneously (under the skin) in the abdominal area. On the first day of treatment, a loading dosage of 240 mg is typically administered in two injections of 120 mg each.

Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Pain
• Swelling
• Redness at the injection site
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Muscle Pain
• Weakness