Degarelix Dosing Calculator
Vial size, bacteriostatic water, and dose — converted to insulin-syringe units, pre-loaded with Degarelix's documented doses.
Typical dose: 80 – 240 mg
Degarelix documented dose levels
| Phase | Dose | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Single dose | 240 mg (two 120 mg injections) | One time (loading dose) |
| Ongoing | 80 mg | Every 28 days |
Reconstitution quick reference
A 5 mg vial at a 80,000 mcg dose of Degarelix, by how much bacteriostatic water you add:
| Bacteriostatic water | Concentration | U-100 syringe units per dose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | 5 mg/mL | 1600 units |
| 2 mL | 2.5 mg/mL | 3200 units |
| 3 mL | 1.667 mg/mL | 4800 units |
Different vial size or dose? The calculator above handles any combination.
Degarelix dosing questions
What is a typical Degarelix dose?
80 – 240 mg
How many insulin-syringe units is a Degarelix dose?
With a 5 mg vial reconstituted with 2 mL of bacteriostatic water, a 80,000 mcg dose measures 3200 units on a U-100 insulin syringe. The calculator above recomputes this for your own vial size, water volume, and dose.
How often is Degarelix taken?
One time (loading dose)
Educational information only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.