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Firmagon (Degarelix) Injection is indicated for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. This condition can spread to any part of the body. But it is commonly spreading to the bones and lymph nodes.
This medication is not a cure but this may help to slow the growth of cancer cells. Most types of prostate cancer need the male hormone testosterone to spread and grow.
Firmagon (Degarelix) competitively inhibits GnRH receptors in the pituitary gland. It prevents the release of luteinizing hormone (LH). It also prevents the release of follicle stimulating hormone. Reduced LH suppresses testosterone release. In which it slows the development and lessens the size of prostate cancers.
Firmagon is a sterile lyophilized powder for injection. It contains Degarelix as an active ingredient. It is a synthetic linear decapeptide amide that has seven unnatural amino acids. This comes as 80 mg and 120 mg vial for subcutaneous administration. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved this medication.
Firmagon Injection comes as a powder to be mixed with liquid. It is to be injected under the skin in the stomach area. It must be away from the ribs and waistline. This medication is usually injected once every 28 days.
The first dose is given as two injections. The following doses are given as one injection. To help you remember, mark your calendar to keep track of when to schedule the next dose.
Common side effects:
If these side effects continue or get worse, call your doctor right away.