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Fertility Glossary

GnRH Antagonist

A medicine that blocks GnRH signalling to prevent early ovulation during IVF stimulation.

Medicines

GnRH antagonists such as cetrorelix and ganirelix are usually added part-way through stimulation to stop an early LH surge releasing the eggs before collection. They act quickly and do not require a separate suppression stage.

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Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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