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Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml, Pack of 1
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml is used to treat female infertility. It contains Cetrorelix which works by blocking a natural hormone in the body and inhibits premature ovulation. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as itching, redness, or swelling at the site of injection, headache, or nausea. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

CETRORELIX-0.25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml belongs to the class of drugs called hormones used to treat female infertility in women. Infertility is unable to become pregnant after trying for a year. Female infertility may be caused due to different factors affecting ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary), fertilization (fusion of sperm and egg), and implantation (fertilized egg attaches to uterus lining).

If eggs are released too early during fertility treatment, they may not be suitable for fertilization. Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml contains Cetrorelix, an anti-gonadotropin-releasing hormone that works by blocking a natural hormone in the body. Thereby, it inhibits premature ovulation (the release of eggs from the ovary too early).

Take Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience itching, redness, or swelling at the site of injection, headache, or nausea. Most of these side effects of Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and consult a doctor before taking Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml. If you experience lower stomach pain with nausea or vomiting, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of the ovarian hyper-stimulation syndrome (OHSS).

Uses of Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml

Treatment of Female infertility

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.• Check the label for directions and use it as advised by the doctor. Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml should be injected into the lower abdomen, at least one inch away from the belly button.• Choose a different injection site each day to minimize irritation.

Medicinal Benefits

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml contains Cetrorelix, a hormone that blocks a natural hormone in the body. Thereby, it inhibits premature ovulation (release of eggs from the ovary too early). If eggs are released too early during fertility treatment, they may not be suitable for fertilization.

How Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml Works

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml contains Cetrorelix, an anti-gonadotropin-releasing hormone that works by blocking a natural hormone in the body. Thereby, it inhibits premature ovulation (the release of eggs from the ovary too early).

Storage

Keep Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml out of reach and sight of children.
Side effects of Ovucet Pfs 0.25Mg Injection 0.5 ml
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Managing Medication-Triggered Erythema (Redness of the Skin or Skin redness): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • Consult your doctor if you experience skin redness, itching, or irritation after taking medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication or providing guidance on managing your erythema symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend or prescribe certain medications to help alleviate symptoms.
  • Apply cool compresses or calamine lotion to the affected skin area to reduce redness and itching.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to help alleviate symptoms and keep your skin hydrated.
  • Monitor your skin condition closely and promptly report any changes, worsening symptoms, or concerns to your healthcare provider.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to help reduce swelling.
  • Include anti-inflammatory foods like turmeric, ginger, and omega-3 rich foods in your diet.
  • Avoid processed and high-sodium foods that can exacerbate swelling.
  • Utilize an ice pack wrapped in a cloth to cool the affected area, helping to alleviate swelling and discomfort.
  • Gently massage the site, if recommended by your healthcare provider, to promote lymphatic drainage.
  • Rotate injection sites to minimize irritation and swelling.
  • Allow your body time to rest and recuperate, limiting physically demanding tasks to facilitate a smoother recovery.
  • Injection site reaction can include numbness or redness.
  • Get a physical examination, follow your doctor's instructions, if it worsens or gets swollen.
  • Apply cold compress for pain relief.
  • Practice good hygiene and keep the injection site away from heat and pressure.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml

It is unlikely to overdose on parenteral medication as it is administered by a healthcare professional. However, seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have any kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml. Avoid taking Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and consult a doctor before taking Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml. You are recommended to remove Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml from the refrigerator 30 minutes before using it. Wash your hands and inject Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml under the skin of the belly as instructed by your doctor. If you experience lower stomach pain with nausea or vomiting, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of ovarian hyper-stimulation syndrome (OHSS).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid fried and processed foods.
  • Take high-fat dairy such as whole milk instead of low-fat products.
  • Include fiber-rich foods like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in your diet.
  • Avoid refined carbohydrates that are high in sugars.
  • Replace animal proteins (like eggs, fish, and meat) with vegetable protein sources (nuts, seeds, and beans).
  • Avoid drinking excess alcohol or caffeinated drinks as they can worsen the symptoms.
  • Maintain a healthy weight, do moderate exercise regularly.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml Substitute

Substitutes safety advice

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml is a category X pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause miscarriage, stillbirth, or birth defects. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml is contraindicated in breastfeeding women. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding using Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor. Avoid using Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml if you have severe kidney disease.

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Children

Unsafe

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml is not recommended for children.

Have a query?

FAQs

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml contains Cetrorelix that works by blocking a natural hormone in the body and inhibits premature ovulation (release of eggs from the ovary too early).

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml may cause ovarian hyper-stimulation syndrome (OHSS) if used along with other medicines that cause stimulation of ovaries to develop more ready-to-be-released eggs. However, if you experience lower stomach pain with nausea or vomiting, please consult a doctor as these might be signs of OHSS.

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml may be used in women undergoing IVF (in-vitro fertilization) treatment to prevent premature release of eggs so that mature eggs can be collected directly from ovaries. However, please consult a doctor before using Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml.

You are recommended to consult a doctor before using Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml during more than 1 menstrual cycle so that the doctor may check the benefits and risks of using Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml.

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml may cause miscarriage, birth defects, or stillbirth. Therefore, avoid Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml if you are pregnant and consult a doctor.

You are advised to follow instructions given by your doctor if you are taking Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml at home. Inject Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml under the belly's skin and select different parts of your belly every day to minimize skin irritation.

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml is an anti-gonadotropin-releasing hormone medicine. It is used for the prevention of premature ovulation in patients undergoing controlled ovarian stimulation.

Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml will usually be administered by a doctor. If you are asked to take Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml by yourself, follow instructions given by your doctor. The dose of Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml will be adjusted by your doctor based on the response.

Possible side effects of Ovucet PFS 0.25 mg Injection 0.5 ml are itching, redness, or swelling at the site of injection, headache, or nausea. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

D' Block, 3rd Floor, Gillander House, Netaji Subhas Road, Kolkata - 700001 (Wb)
Other Info - OVU0056

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Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:51 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1605.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/cetrorelix-injectable.html#interactions
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