Synarel

Synarel Nasal Spray

So, I've been using Synarel since I started my IVF Cycle. Synarel is commonly prescribed for use for IVF programmes. It assists in decreasing the amount of oestrogen produced by the ovaries. This  means they can control your normal cycle and prepare it for subsequent stimulation of the ovaries to produce eggs. I think my acupuncturist explains it best, "It suppresses your natural hormones that want to release those eggs. It holds those eggs in there so they can be harvested later."

It is also used to treat endometriosis, as it thins the lining of the uterus wall.

Using the drug has been pretty easy. From Day 1 to Day 7, it's just one spray up each nostril in the morning and night. Then from Day 8, I reduce it back to one spray in one nostril in the morning and night. Then my period should be due around Day 10 or Day 11, which means I would start on my next round of drugs?

I was told to expect menopausal symptoms but thankfully, I haven't really suffered from any of the described side effects. I've listed some of those side effects below.

• Hot flushes - I have been so sweaty lately, but it's hard to tell if it's the heat or the drugs. I've been told that you can tell because you still feel hot in a cold room...so, nope, not a problem.
• Change in sex drive - Hhmmm...no?
• Vaginal dryness - Que?
• Headaches - You may experience estrogen-senstvive migraines or epilepsy. But thankfully, not for me!
• Mood changes - Happy one day, stabby the next. Sure, that's normal isn't it?
• Depression - Eh! I've had a few bummer days, but that could be PMS.
• Acne - As you know I'm being treated for acne, but I'm still getting more than usual at the moment. It's still manageable though!
• Muscle pains - Yes! Sometimes my legs feel a bit achy and sore. Muscles are a bit more tense as well.
• Decreased breast size - I don't think I've noticed anything...
• Irritation inside the nose - Nope
• Pain and/or swelling of the joints - Not really
• Change in weight - I wish I could lose weight!
• Insomnia - Sleeping like a baby, snoring like a lumber jack.
  
• Tingling feeling of the skin - Nope.
• Increased hairiness - Nope, that's what a razor's for! LOL
• Hair loss - Nope.
• Blood pressure change (high or low) - Nope.

So far so good! I've remembered to take the spray everyday. I haven't experienced any strange symptoms. I'm just waiting on the next step in the cycle.