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DEGARELIX FERRING resources

Helpful resources for both you and your prostate cancer patients.

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DEGARELIX FERRING resources for HCPs

Here you can view and download resources designed for healthcare professionals.

DEGARELIX FERRING CV Leavepiece

Why is it important to manage your high-risk CV patients?

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DEGARELIX FERRING HCP Leavepiece

Learn more about DEGARELIX FERRING and the MOA by downloading this leaflet.

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Reconstitution and administration video

Reconstitution and Administration Video Including Top Tips by Leanne McCourt

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Learn how to best administer a Degarelix Ferring injection by watching our instructional video with Leanne McCourt Macmillan Urology Nurse Specialist. This quick demonstration illustrates the precise technique for administering a deep subcutaneous injection into the abdomen.Watch the video now for a comprehensive understanding of the dosing and administration process.

Summary of Top Tips from Leanne

1. Do not reconstitute until ready to administer
2. Swirl don’t shake during reconstitution
3. Administer Firmagon immediately after reconstitution
4. Don’t prime your needle

5. Give via a deep subcutaneous injection
6. Pinch the abdominal skin and vary your site
7. Avoid sites exposed to friction
8. Use a 45 to 95 degree angle to insert the needle

9. Slowly administer over 30 seconds
10. Following administration hold the needle in place for a further 30 seconds and remove slowly
11. Give the patient self care advice i.e. not to rub or scratch the area and use a cold compress

Mode of Action Video

Watch this video to learn more about Degarelix Ferring’s Mode of Action and the differences between GnRH antagonists and GnRH agonists.

DEGARELIX FERRING resources for your patients

Here you can view and download resources designed to aid your patients.

Patient Diary

A simple guide for prostate cancer patients to help them keep a record of their treatment plan and PSA levels.

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Patient Information Booklet

This booklet is for patient and provides useful information about DEGARELIX FERRING as well as more general advice about prostate cancer and how to access further support.

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