GnRH Agonist
- It is a type of medication which affects gonadotropins and sex hormones.
Uses:
- Used to supress spontaneous ovulation in IVF cycles
- Trigger ovulation in antagonist cycles
- Medical management of endometriosis
- Medical management of fibroids
Available forms:
- short acting injections-Given once per day – buserelin, leuprorelin
- long acting depot injection – Given once every 3 months leuprolide acetate
- Nasal spray – given two to three times per day.
GnRH ANTAGONIST
- They are a class of medication that blocks the GnRH receptor and thus the action of gonadotropin releasing hormone.
Uses:
- For prevention of premature LH surge and endogenous ovulation in patients undergoing IVF
- Prevention of OHSS
Available forms:
