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Side effect(s) of Buserelin


Review the side-effects of Buserelin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Central Nervous System
- Headache, lightheadedness, mood changes and nervousness.

   Heart
- Palpitations.

   Skin
- Pimples, dry skin, itching, allergic reactions, changes in scalp and body hair.

   Musculoskeletal
- Tumor flare (may manifest as increase in bone pain) and spinal cord compression.

   Genitourinary
- Women- Worsening of urinary tract symptoms, blood in urine, increase in menstrual bleeding, urinary obstruction, vaginal dryness, hot flushes, loss of libido and osteoporosis.
Men- Hot flushes, breast swelling, tenderness and sexual dysfunction.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Buserelin

Buserelin(Suprefact CinnaFact) generic is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist, prescribed for prostate cancer and breast cancer. It controls the release of eggs from ovaries by stopping the production of natural hormones.


Trade Names for Buserelin


International :


Suprefact CinnaFact, Metrelef
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