About ELAGOLIX SODIUM
Class: | GnRH antagonist
Use: | Treatment of moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis
Adult dose: | 200 mg orally once daily
Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients
Side effects: | Hot flashes, headache, nausea, fatigue, insomnia, and abdominal pain
Contraindications: | Known hypersensitivity to elagolix or any component of the formulation; pregnancy; concurrent use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
Storage: | Store at room temperature, 20°C
Drug Class
GnRH antagonist
Uses & Indications
Treatment of moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis
Storage Requirements
Store at room temperature, 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); protect from moisture
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Abbvie Corporation [Quebec;Canada], Canada
Package Size
56's
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 1709.12
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
200 mg orally once daily
Pediatric Dose
Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients
Side Effects
Hot flashes, headache, nausea, fatigue, insomnia, and abdominal pain
Contraindications & Precautions
Known hypersensitivity to elagolix or any component of the formulation; pregnancy; concurrent use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
Important Warnings
Risk of bone mineral density loss; monitor for signs of depression; not recommended for use in patients with severe hepatic impairment; potential for drug interactions with other medications affecting CYP3A4
Related Medicines in Same Category
See also: Other GnRH antagonist medicines available in UAE pharmacies
ELAGOLIX
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