Leuprorel Depot 20mg Injection 1ml

Treatment of Prostate cancer / Treatment of Endometriosis / Treatment of Uterine fibroids / Treatment of Precocious puberty (premature puberty)

In Treatment of Prostate cancer Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Leuprorel Depot Injection decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate. In Treatment of Endometriosis Endometriosis is a condition where tissue like the lining of the womb starts to grow in other places. The main symptoms include pain in your lower stomach or back, period pain, pain during and after sex, constipation, diarrhea and feeling sick. It can also make it difficult to get pregnant. Leuprorel Depot Injection works by preventing the lining of your womb and any endometriosis tissue from growing too quickly. This will help relieve the symptoms you may have. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective and you may need other medicines or procedures to help control endometriosis. In Treatment of Uterine fibroids Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. Leuprorel Depot Injection helps control the symptoms associated with uterine fibroids such as excessive menstrual bleeding, lower back pain, and also reduces the size of the existing fibroids. It blocks the action of the enzyme responsible for the growth of the broids. As a result, they decrease in size and also stop growing further. In Treatment of Precocious puberty (premature puberty) When puberty (change of a child?s body to adult structure and size) begins before age 8 in girls and before age 9 in boys, it is considered precocious puberty. Leuprorel Depot Injection helps delay this early onset of adulthood and limits the onset of precocious puberty. However, this medicine is given by a doctor and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor?s instructions carefully for the most benefit.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Testicular atrophy, Increased sweating, Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Erectile dysfunction, Bone pain, Injection site reaction, Hot flashes']

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Leuprorel Depot Injection reduces the amount of sex hormones (testosterone in men and estrogen in women). It works by decreasing the blood levels of testosterone in males. Leuprorel Depot Injection also acts by shutting off hormones made by the ovaries (female reproductive organs), so the estrogen (one of the hormones that causes females to have periods) level is lowered.

Alcohol

Caution: It is important to consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption while taking Leuprorel Depot Injection .

Pregnancy

Not Safe: Leuprorel Depot Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Leuprorel Depot Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.

Driving

Not Safe: Leuprorel Depot Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness, dizziness or visual disturbances whilst being treated with Leuprorel Depot Injection.

Kidney

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Leuprorel Depot Injection in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Leuprorel Depot Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

If a dose of Leuprorel Depot Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8�C). Do not freeze.

Leuprorel Depot Injection helps in the treatment of locally advanced or metastatic prostate cancer. It may also be used to treat endometriosis and uterine fibroids. It is given as an injection either under the skin or into a muscle. It may cause dizziness and visual disturbances. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. It will cause menstrual periods to stop. Periods will resume 7-12 weeks after the final injection. Consult your doctor if you experience menstrual bleed despite treatment.� Use non-hormonal methods of contraception such as condoms to prevent pregnancy during treatment, as this medicine may be harmful to a developing baby. Long term treatment may lead to bone loss and a higher risk of bone fractures, especially if you are a heavy drinker, a smoker, or have a family history of osteoporosis.

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