What does elagolix treat?

Elagolix is used to manage pain due to endometriosis (a condition in which the type of tissue that lines the uterus [womb] grows in other areas of the body and causes infertility, pain before and during menstrual periods, pain during and after sexual activity, and heavy or irregular bleeding).

How long does it take for Orilissa to stop your period?

Menstruation changes In clinical studies, a complete loss of menstruation (amenorrhea) occurred during the first six months of treatment in 6% to 52% of females taking Orilissa.

What happens when you stop Orilissa?

Stopped periods Taking Orilissa could cause your periods to stop. You may also bleed less or for a shorter length of time during your periods. This side effect was more common than others reported in studies. People taking a higher dosage of Orilissa were more likely to have this side effect.

Does Orilissa cause anxiety?

The most common side effects of ORILISSA include: hot flashes and night sweats, headache, nausea, difficulty sleeping, absence of periods, anxiety, joint pain, depression, and mood changes. These are not all the possible side effects of ORILISSA. Call your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects.

Does Orilissa shrink fibroids?

NASHVILLE — Elagolix (Orilissa) oral therapy, which is already approved for the treatment of endometriosis, showed significant reductions in menstrual bleeding among women with uterine fibroids in a pair of phase III trials, but with added side effects.

Can Orilissa make you tired?

Why am I bleeding while on Orilissa?

ORILISSA may change your menstrual periods (irregular bleeding or spotting, a decrease in menstrual bleeding, or no bleeding at all), making it hard to know if you are pregnant. Watch for other signs of pregnancy, such as breast tenderness, weight gain, and nausea. ORILISSA does not prevent pregnancy.