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GENERIC NAME: LEUPROLIDE 3 MONTH (22.5MG) - INJECTION (LEW-pro-lide)

BRAND NAME(S): Eligard

Medication Uses | Other Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage | Medical Alert

USES: Leuprolide is a synthetic hormone used in the treatment of prostate cancer in men.

OTHER USES: Other brands and doses of leuprolide have also been used for breast and ovarian cancer, and to suppress early puberty in children.

HOW TO USE: This medication is given as an injection under the skin (SC) and must be used under close medical supervision. Inject this drug into a different area each time you receive a dose. This product slowly releases the medication 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 this drug 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. Allow the product to reach room temperature before using. Once mixed, the product must be given within 30 minutes. If not injected within 30 minutes, throw the product out and prepare another syringe/dose. Do not stop using this medication without your doctor's permission. Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist.

SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause nausea, hot flashes, night sweats or increased sweating; bone, joint or muscle pain; reduced sexual desire or function, mental/mood changes, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, weight gain, inflamed gums, upset stomach, hair loss, 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: fever, unusual weakness, abdominal pain, swelling or pain in breast, testicular or prostate pain (men). Tell your doctor immediately if this highly unlikely but very serious side effect occur: back pain. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, 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.