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Elagolix

Also known as elagolix sodium
Available on request
Presentations
2
Brands
1
Manufacturers
1
Available from stock
0

Elagolix is a gonadotropin releasing hormone receptor antagonist indicated for the management of moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis. It is available as tablets for oral use. MedsAcross supplies Elagolix for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Antagonist, Cytochrome P450 2C19 Inhibitors, Cytochrome P450 3A Inducers, Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Antagonists, P-Glycoprotein Inhibitors, Decreased GnRH Secretion
US FDA first approval
23 July 2018
EU status
Not recorded
Orphan designation
Not recorded
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Oral
Dosage forms
Tablet
Identifiers
UNII 5B2546MB5ZCAS 834153-87-6DrugBank DB11979Q21098999

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

ORILISSA is indicated for the management of moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis. Limitation s of Use: Limit the duration of use based on the dose and coexisting condition. ORILISSA is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist indicated for the management of moderate to severe pain associated with endometriosis.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

How it works

ORILISSA is a GnRH receptor antagonist that inhibits endogenous GnRH signaling by binding competitively to GnRH receptors in the pituitary gland. Administration of ORILISSA results in dose-dependent suppression of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), leading to decreased blood concentrations of the ovarian sex hormones, estradiol and progesterone.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

Normal liver function or mild hepatic impairment: 150 mg once daily for up to 24 months or 200 mg twice daily for up to 6 months. Moderate hepatic impairment: 150 mg once daily for up to 6 months.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Contraindications

ORILISSA is contraindicated in women: Who are pregnant. Exposure to ORILISSA early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss. With known osteoporosis because of the risk of further bone loss With severe hepatic impairment Taking inhibitors of organic anion transporting polypeptide (OATP)1B1 (a hepatic uptake transporter) that are known or expected to significantly increase elagolix plasma concentrations With known hypersensitivity reaction to ORILISSA or any of its inactive components. Reactions have included anaphylaxis and angioedema. Pregnancy. Known osteoporosis. Severe hepatic impairment.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

Bone Loss: Dose- and duration-dependent decreases in bone mineral density (BMD) that may not be completely reversible. Assess BMD in women with additional risk factors for bone loss. Reduced Ability to Recognize Pregnancy: ORILISSA may alter menstrual bleeding, which may reduce the ability to recognize pregnancy. Perform testing if pregnancy is suspected. Discontinue if pregnancy is confirmed. Suicidal Ideation and Mood Disorders: Advise patients to seek medical attention for suicidal ideation, suicidal behavior, new onset or worsening depression, anxiety, or other mood changes. Hepatic Transaminase Elevations: Dose-dependent elevations in serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT). Counsel patients on signs and symptoms of liver injury. Interactions with Hormonal Contraceptives: Use non-hormonal contraception during treatment and for 28 days after discontinuing ORILISSA.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in labeling: Bone loss Change in menstrual bleeding pattern and reduced ability to recognize pregnancy Suicidal ideation, suicidal behavior, and exacerbation of mood disorders Hepatic transaminase elevations Most common adverse reactions (>5%) in clinical trials included hot flushes and night sweats, headache, nausea, insomnia, amenorrhea, anxiety, arthralgia, depression-related adverse reactions and mood changes. Figure 1. Percent Change from Baseline in Lumbar Spine BMD in Subjects Who Received 12 Months of ORILISSA and Had Follow-up BMD 6 Months off Therapy in Studies EM-2/EM-4 Figure 2. Percent Change from Baseline in Lumbar Spine BMD in Subjects Who Received 12 Months of ORILISSA and Had Follow-up BMD 12 Months off Therapy in Studies EM-2/EM-4

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Interactions

See full prescribing information for a list of clinically important drug interactions. Potential for ORILISSA to Affect Other Drugs Elagolix is: A weak to moderate inducer of cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A. Co-administration with ORILISSA may decrease plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A. A weak inhibitor of CYP 2C19. Co-administration with ORILISSA may increase plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of CYP2C19. An inhibitor of efflux transporter P-glycoprotein (P-gp). Co-administration with ORILISSA may increase plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of P-gp. The effects of co-administration of ORILISSA on concentrations of concomitant drugs and the clinical recommendations for these drug interactions are summarized in Table 7. Table 7.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

2 presentations of Elagolix, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Orilissa 150 mg tabletOralAbbVieUS FDAAvailable on request
Orilissa 200 mg tabletOralAbbVieUS FDAAvailable on request

Brands by market

1 brand names across 1 markets.

Brand names by country

United States

Manufacturers

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 23 July 2018Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)Not recorded—
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Questions and answers

Is Elagolix available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 2 presentations of Elagolix and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.

What brand names does Elagolix have?

The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Elagolix, including Orilissa.

Is Elagolix approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Elagolix on 23 July 2018, according to Drugs@FDA.

Does Elagolix need cold chain shipping?

No listed presentation of Elagolix is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.

References

  1. Orilissa prescribing information (AbbVie). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 19 December 2025

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