Ganirelix

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Ganirelix

Ganirelix (pronounced: ga-ni-rel-ix) is a medication used in fertility treatments to prevent premature ovulation. It belongs to a class of drugs known as gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonists.

Etymology

The name 'Ganirelix' is a coined term, with no specific etymological roots. It is a brand name for the generic drug Ganirelix acetate.

Usage

Ganirelix is used in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) procedures such as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) to prevent the release of eggs from the ovaries before they are ready for retrieval. It works by blocking the action of gonadotropin-releasing hormone, a hormone that triggers ovulation.

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