Difference between revisions of "Degarelix (Firmagon)"
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*[http://www.firmagon.us/full_pi.pdf Degarelix (Firmagon) package insert]<ref name="insert"></ref> | *[http://www.firmagon.us/full_pi.pdf Degarelix (Firmagon) package insert]<ref name="insert"></ref> | ||
*[http://www.uptodate.com/contents/degarelix-patient-drug-information Degarelix (Firmagon) patient drug information (UpToDate)]<ref>[http://www.uptodate.com/contents/degarelix-patient-drug-information Degarelix (Firmagon) patient drug information (UpToDate)]</ref> | *[http://www.uptodate.com/contents/degarelix-patient-drug-information Degarelix (Firmagon) patient drug information (UpToDate)]<ref>[http://www.uptodate.com/contents/degarelix-patient-drug-information Degarelix (Firmagon) patient drug information (UpToDate)]</ref> | ||
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| + | ==History of changes in FDA indication== | ||
| + | *12/24/2008: [http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/OfficeofMedicalProductsandTobacco/CDER/ucm129207.htm FDA approved] "for treatment of patients with advanced prostate cancer." | ||
==Also known as== | ==Also known as== | ||
Revision as of 22:20, 22 January 2015
General information
Class/mechanism: Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist. Reversibly binds to pituitary GnRH receptors, reducing the release of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle stimulation hormone (FSH), resulting in rapid androgen deprivation/decreased testosterone levels. There is no initial testosterone surge/flare with degarelix, in contrast to GnRH agonists.[1][2][3]
Route: SC
Extravasation: n/a
For conciseness and simplicity, HemOnc.org currently will focus on treatment regimens and not list information such as: renal/hepatic dose adjustments, metabolism (including CYP450), excretion, monitoring parameters (although this will be considered for checklists), or manufacturer. Instead, for the most current information, please refer to your preferred pharmacopeias such as Micromedex, Lexicomp, UpToDate (courtesy of Lexicomp), or the prescribing information.[1]
Diseases for which it is used
Patient drug information
History of changes in FDA indication
- 12/24/2008: FDA approved "for treatment of patients with advanced prostate cancer."
Also known as
Degarelix acetate or FE200486.