Luprodex 22.5mg Injection

What is Leuprorelin acetate used for?Leuprolide acetate is a synthetic nonapeptide that is a potent gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor (GnRHR) agonist used for diverse clinical applications, including the treatment of prostate cancer, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, central precocious puberty and in vitro fertilization techniques.
What Are Side Effects of Lupron Injection?

Common side effects of Lupron Injection include:

• redness/burning/stinging/pain/bruising at the injection site,
• hot flashes (flushing),
• increased sweating,
• night sweats,
• tiredness,
• headache,
• upset stomach,
• nausea,
• diarrhea,
• constipation,
• stomach pain,
• breast swelling or tenderness,
• acne,
• joint/muscle aches or pain,
• trouble sleeping (insomnia),
• reduced sexual interest,
• vaginal discomfort/dryness/itching/discharge,
• vaginal bleeding,
• swelling of the ankles/feet,
• increased urination at night,
• dizziness,
• breakthrough bleeding in a female child during the first 2 months of leuprolide treatment,
• weakness,
• chills,
• clammy skin,
• skin redness,
• itching or scaling,
• testicle pain,
• impotence,
• depression,
• increased growth of facial hair, or
• memory problems.

Dosage for Lupron Injection

Dosage of Lupron Injection depends on the condition being treated, and the patient's age and sex.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Lupron Injection?

There may be other drugs that can interact with Lupron Injection. Tell your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements you use.

Lupron Injection During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Lupron Injection must not be used during pregnancy. It may harm a fetus. Non-hormonal birth control methods (e.g., condoms, diaphragm with spermicide) are recommended during treatment. It is not known if this medication passes into breast milk. Because the effects of this drug on a nursing infant are unknown, breastfeeding is not recommended.

Additional Information

Our Lupron Injection (leuprolide acetate) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.