Lupron Depot-Ped

Lupron Depot-Ped Leuprolide Depot Pedi Kit Leuprolide is used to suppress early puberty in children.

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lupron Depot-Ped Uses Leuprolide is used to suppress early puberty in children. Storage Store vial and ampule of diluent at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. After mixing, discard any unused solution. Do not freeze. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Photos Lupron Depot-Ped Powder for LUPRON DEPOT-PED How To Use Lupron Depot-Ped 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-Ped 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-Ped without your doctor s permission. Side Effects Lupron Depot-Ped 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). In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Lupron Depot-Ped, 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-Ped 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-Ped. Inform all your healthcare providers you use Lupron Depot-Ped. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 74 Time Taken: 120 days Reason: prostate cancer Date: 12 April 2005 Side Effects hot flashes after 4 months or120 days. Additional Thoughts Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 28 Time Taken: 7 months Reason: Endometriosis Date: 26 April 2005 Side Effects For the first two weeks or so, I felt more tired than usual. I had dizzy spells after the first shot, but none with the second. Overall, the side effects were not severe. Additional Thoughts

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