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Leuprolide has various uses, among them are: treatment for prostate cancer, early puberty in children and for problems of the uterus in women.
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Lupron Depot
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lupron Depot-3 Month
Lupron Depot
Uses
Leuprolide has various uses, among them are: treatment for prostate cancer, early puberty in children and for problems of the uterus in women.
Storage
- Store vial and ampule of diluent at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C).
- After mixing, discard any unused solution.
- Do not freeze.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
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How To Use
- Lupron Depot-3 Month is injected into a muscle (I.M.) and must be used under close medical supervision.
- This long acting form of leuprolide is called a depot.
- It is slowly released into the bloodstream and is given at various intervals.
- The dosing frequency depends on which product was prescribed by your doctor.
- If you are directed to inject Lupron Depot-3 Month yourself, make sure you know exactly how to use this and how often.
- Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are uncertain or have any questions.
- Do not stop using Lupron Depot-3 Month without your doctor s permission.
Side Effects
- Lupron Depot-3 Month may cause nausea, vomiting, hot flashes, night sweats; bone, joint or muscle pain; swelling of hands, feet or ankles; headache; vaginal dryness, inflammation or discharge; reduced sexual desire, mental/mood changes, dizziness, drowsiness, weight gain, inflamed gums, trouble swallowing, persistent pain at injection site, acne or difficulty urinating.
- Notify your doctor promptly if these symptoms persist or worsen.
- Notify your doctor promptly if you develop any of the following symptoms: rapid heartbeat, chest pain, fever, unusual weakness, testicular or prostate pain (men), vaginal bleeding (women).
- Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: severe headache, vision changes, severe drowsiness, unusual or one-sided weakness.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Lupron Depot-3 Month, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: urinary problems, alcohol or smoking dependence, bone diseases, cancer/lesions of the spine, abnormal vaginal bleeding, any allergies you may have.
- Limit alcohol intake, as it may intensify drug side effects.
- Caution is advised when performing tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving), as Lupron Depot-3 Month may cause dizziness or drowsiness.
- Leuprolide should not be used during pregnancy.
- If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.
- Discuss birth control methods with your doctor.
- It is not known if leuprolide is excreted into breast milk.
- Because the effects of leuprolide on a nursing infant are unknown, do not breast-feed.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- It is very important you do not miss any doses.
- However, if you do miss a dose, contact your doctor promptly to establish a new schedule.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use including: corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), phenytoin.
- Certain lab tests may be affected by Lupron Depot-3 Month.
- Inform all your healthcare providers you use Lupron Depot-3 Month.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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Age: 43
Time Taken:
16 months
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| Reason: Endometriosis |
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Side Effects
Positive Side Effects - no more migraines! Weight Loss - 40 pounds! Increased sex drive!
Negative Side Effects - hot flashes, waking at night, but definitely worth it due to feeling SO much better!
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I took it for 7 months (no period for a year), then a year later took it again for 9 months (no period for a year again). I felt fantastic! No periods, no pain, could go to the gym and exercise, lost weight, wanted to have sex, migraines went away (did have regular headaches). I felt better those months than I had in a long, long time. However, when I stopped and my estrogen levels came back up, I had severe nausea for months - as if I were pregnant.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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