Busag 0.5Mg Injection
1 Injection(s) in InjectionMRP ₹350.00
₹262.50
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ZYDUS HEALTHCARE LIMITED
Dosage
INJECTION
Expiry
Product Summary
| Uses | Anticancer |
| Therapy | Anti-neoplastic |
| Side effects | Hot flushes and excessive sweating |
| Salt Content | Buserelin(0.5 Mg) |
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Medical Description
Busag injection is a prescription hormonal medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists. It is primarily used in female fertility treatments to achieve pituitary desensitization prior to ovulation induction regimens using gonadotropins for assisted reproductive techniques (such as IVF). The medication works by temporarily controlling the release of reproductive hormones from the pituitary gland, preventing premature ovulation and helping doctors precisely time the egg retrieval process.
This medicine is supplied as a sterile nasal spray solution or a subcutaneous injection, depending on the approved formulation, and is intended for regular use under medical guidance. Follow the clinical protocols established by your fertility specialist or reproductive endocrinologist to ensure the correct hormonal balance before stimulation begins.
Treatment with Busag injection requires careful monitoring by an experienced fertility team. Throughout therapy, regular clinical evaluations are vital, including blood hormone tests and transvaginal ultrasound scans to assess follicular development and ovarian response.
Patients receiving this therapy should be fully informed about potential side effects, including temporary estrogen-lowering symptoms, hot flushes, mood changes, and the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) when gonadotropins are subsequently administered. Close communication with your clinic ensures that any symptoms are managed promptly and your cycle remains safe and effective.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you have a known hypersensitivity or severe allergic reaction to buserelin acetate, other GnRH analogues, or any of the inactive ingredients.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding.
- If you have ovarian cysts not related to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Side effects
- Hot flushes and excessive sweating
- Headache and fatigue
- Sleep disturbances (insomnia) and mood changes
- Vaginal dryness or mild spotting
- Local irritation (if using injection formulations)
- Ovarian enlargement or transient ovarian cysts
- Nausea, abdominal discomfort, or bloating
- Joint pain and muscle stiffness
- Decreased libido
- Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS), particularly when combined with gonadotropins, causing severe abdominal swelling, pain, and fluid retention
- Severe hypersensitivity or allergic reactions
- Severe depression or emotional lability
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience severe abdominal pain, bloating, or rapid weight gain during your stimulation cycle (signs of OHSS).
- You notice unexplained or persistent vaginal bleeding that has not been evaluated.
- You develop signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as rash, itching, or breathing difficulties.
- You experience severe depressive symptoms or significant emotional changes during treatment.
Directions for Use
- Use Busag injection exactly as prescribed by your doctor or fertility specialist, following your specific treatment cycle schedule.
- Administer the medication via the prescribed route (e.g., nasal spray or subcutaneous injection) at the recommended times each day.
- Do not alter your dosing schedule or stop treatment without consulting your fertility clinic.
- Keep all scheduled appointments for ultrasound scans and blood hormone monitoring.
Storage and disposal
- Do not store above 25°C. Do not freeze.
- Keep the medication container in its original outer carton to protect it from light.
- Once opened or in use, use it within the specified timeframe (typically 15 days).
- Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
- Ask your pharmacist or clinic about the proper disposal of used containers or expired medicine.
Quick Tips
- Keep all scheduled clinic appointments for ultrasound scans and blood tests to closely monitor your ovarian response.
- Report any sudden, severe pelvic pain, abdominal swelling, or rapid weight gain immediately, as these can be signs of OHSS.
- Follow your clinic's instructions precisely regarding when to stop desensitization and start your next fertility medication.
- Inform your healthcare providers that you are undergoing fertility treatment before any other medical procedures.
- Store your medication correctly at room temperature (below 25°C) and protect it from light.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
How does this medicine work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Inform your doctor about all prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and herbal supplements you are taking, especially fertility treatments or hormone therapies.
- Concomitant use with gonadotropins requires precise medical coordination to prevent complications like ovarian hyperstimulation.
- Use caution with other hormonal medications that may interfere with your cycle desensitization.
Interactions with food items
- No specific food restrictions are required for this medication.
- Maintain a balanced, healthy diet and stay well-hydrated throughout your fertility treatment cycle.
- Avoid alcohol consumption during your treatment, as it can worsen fatigue, mood swings, and potentially affect your overall well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
References:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). Drugs@CDSCO [Internet]. New Delhi: Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India; [cited 2026 Aug 11].
- electronic medicines compendium (emc). Suprecur 1 mg/ml nasal spray - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) [Internet]. High Wycombe: Sanofi; 2023 Feb [cited 2026 Aug 11].
- Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA). Suprecur 1 mg/ml nasal spray: summary of product characteristics (SmPC) [Internet]. Dublin: HPRA; 2017 Jan [cited 2026 Aug 11].
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