Generic Name | Leuprolide (11.25mg) |
Treatment For | Prostate cancer |
Manufacturer | Abbott India |
Power | 11.25mg |
Packaging | 1 Injection in one box |
Confirm Delivery | 7 to 15 working days |
Lucrin Depot 11.25 Injection
Lucrin Depot 11.25 injection is used to treat prostate cancer. Also, in the treatment of endometriosis (excessive growth of the lining of the uterus inside the uterus, which causes symptoms such as pain, heaviness, and irregular menstruation), uterine fibroids, and central precocious puberty (very early puberty) will be used.
Lucrin Depot 11.25Mg Injection is administered as a subcutaneous injection by a qualified healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide how much and how often you need to take it. This depends on the purpose of treatment and may change at any time. It should be taken exactly as recommended by your doctor. Incorrect or overdose can cause very serious side effects. It may take weeks or months to see or feel the effects, but do not stop taking it unless directed by your doctor.
Decreased libido, increased sweating, fatigue, muscle weakness, and hot flashes are very common side effects of this drug. Long-term use of drugs can weaken bones and reduce density. Taking vitamin D and calcium supplements is recommended while taking this medicine. Menstruation may stop for 7 to 12 weeks, so tell your doctor if you continue to have menstrual bleeding during treatment.
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you drink, smoke, or have a history of osteoporosis. Tell your health care team about all the medicines you use, because many other medicines can affect or be affected by this medicine. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. To prevent pregnancy, it is important that both men and women use effective contraception during treatment.
Using Lucrin Depot 11.25 Injection
- Treatment of prostate cancer
- Endometriosis treatment
- Uterine fibroids treatment
- Treatment of precocious puberty (precocious puberty)
Benefits of Lucrin Depot 11.25 Injection
Prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is an abnormal growth of cells within the prostate. The prostate is a walnut-shaped gland that produces a fluid containing male sperm. It is a serious condition characterized by symptoms such as pain in the lower pelvis, difficulty urinating, poor urine flow, blood in the urine, and painful ejaculation. Male levels (male hormones). Therefore, this drug can help reduce symptoms.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a condition characterized by abnormal growth of tissue surrounding the uterus. Symptoms include irregular menstruation, lower abdominal pain and cramps, lower back pain, and diarrhea. Lucrin Depot 11.25 Injection slows or prevents abnormal growth of the endometrium by lowering estrogen (female hormone) levels. This may help reduce symptoms of endometriosis.
Uterine fibroid
Uterine fibroids are benign tumors of cells that form in the form of lumps within the uterus. Lucrin Depot 11.25 injection inhibits the function of an enzyme that causes fibroids to grow. As a result, it decreases in size and stops growing. It also lowers estrogen (the hormone that causes menstruation in women) and prevents heavy menstrual bleeding.
Central precocious puberty (CPP)
Central precocious puberty (CPP) is an early onset of puberty, the process of physical changes in which a child’s body matures into that of an adult. Puberty usually begins between the ages of eight and her fourteen. It is characterized by early development of sexual characteristics and problems with bone growth. Lucrin Depot 11.25 Injection helps delay the early onset of puberty by limiting the production of sex hormones (testosterone for boys and estrogen for girls). Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor.
How do Lucrin Depot 11.25 Injection drugs work?
This drug belongs to the class of GnRH, which are gonadotropin receptor agonists. When introduced, it inhibits follicle-stimulating action and the secretion of luteinizing hormones (FSH and LH), thus lowering the levels of testosterone and estrogen in the blood.
Side Effects of Lucrin Depot 11.25 Injection
- Dizzy
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Get fat
- Blurry vision
- Sweat
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Cessation of menstruation
- Arrhythmia
- Discharge and bleeding
- Swelling of the feet and legs
- Pelvic pain
- Numbness or numbness in hands and feet
- Skin rash
- Vaginal dryness, burning or itching.
- Promote hair growth.
Dosage
Missed Dose
Lucrin Depot Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting. The likelihood of missing a dose is therefore very low.
Overdose
Lucrin Depot Injection administered by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting. The likelihood of overdose is therefore very low.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Vaginal Bleeding
Interactions
Each person has a unique drug interaction. Before starting any medication, you should discuss all possible interactions with your physician.
Alcohol and Interaction
Description
Alcohol does not interact with other substances. Consult your doctor prior to consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
- Thalidomide
- Efavirenz
- Citalopram
- Amiodarone
- Quinidine
- Metformin
Disease Interactions
Diabetes mellitus
Diabetes mellitus occurs when your blood sugar level increases. If you have diabetes, it is important to use Lucrin Depot 11.25 injection with caution as this may increase your blood sugar level.
Heart Disease
If you suffer from heart disease, Lucrin Depot 11.25mg injection should only be used under caution. It can cause heart attacks (blockage of the blood supply to the heart muscle), and strokes (brain injury due to an interrupted blood supply). Before receiving this medication, inform your doctor if heart conditions exist.
Seizures
Seizures are electrical disturbances in the brain that occur spontaneously. Lucrin Depot Injection can worsen mental conditions and seizures. Tell your doctor before taking this medication if you suffer from any of these conditions.
Food Interactions
Information unavailable
Lab interactions
Information unavailable
This list is not exhaustive. Consult your doctor to learn about the potential interactions between the drugs that you are taking.
Instructions
Alcohol does not interact with other substances. Consult your doctor prior to consumption.