Luprodex 11.25mg Injection (Leuprolide 11.25mg)

About Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml

Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml belongs to the class of synthetic hormones used in the treatment of prostate cancer in men, endometriosis and hormone-responsive breast cancer in women. Also, Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml is used to treat premature puberty in children. Prostate cancer is the cancer of the prostate gland (a small gland under the bladder that produces semen) found only in men. The symptoms include difficulty in urination, pain, numbness or sexual problems.

Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml contains Leuprorelin, a synthetic hormone that works similar to the natural hormone, gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), by acting on the pituitary gland and decreases the levels of testosterone in men and oestrogen in women. Thereby, Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml is used in the treatment of prostate cancer by inhibiting the growth of tumour or causing it to shrink.

Use Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience pain, redness, swelling or skin hardening at the injection site, muscle weakness, bone pain, inability to have an erection, breast tenderness, headache, vaginal dryness, changes in breast size, acne or mood swings. Most of these side effects of Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is advised to use effective contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy while taking Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml as it may cause birth defects. Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in children. You are recommended to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol with Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml as it may increase the risk of bone density loss. Drive only if you are alert as Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml may cause dizziness, drowsiness or vision disturbances.

Uses of Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml

Prostate cancer, Breast cancer, Endometriosis, Premature puberty

Medicinal Benefits

Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml contains Leuprorelin that works similar to the natural hormone, gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), by acting on the pituitary gland and decreases the levels of testosterone in men and oestrogen in women. Thereby, Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml is used in the treatment of prostate cancer by inhibiting the growth of tumour or causing it to shrink.  Also, Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml is used to treat hormone-responsive breast cancer in pre and postmenopausal women. By reducing testosterone and oestrogen levels, Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml delays the onset of puberty in children.

Directions for Use

Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml is given as an injection into the thigh, arm or belly by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml

In men:

• Muscle weakness
• Bone pain
• Inability to have an erection
• Tiredness
• Decreased interest in sex

In women:

• Breast tenderness
• Difficulty in sleeping
• Headache
• Vaginal dryness
• Changes in breast size

In children:

• Acne
• Mood swings
• Vaginal bleeding
• Pain, redness, swelling or skin hardening at the injection site

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml as it may cause birth defects. Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in children. You are advised to quit smoking as it may increase the risk of prostate cancer. You are recommended to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol with Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml as it may increase the risk of bone density loss. Drive only if you are alert as Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml may cause dizziness, drowsiness or vision disturbances.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml may interact with antibiotic (moxifloxacin), heart-related medicines (procainamide, quinidine, sotalol, amiodarone), narcotic analgesics (methadone), antipsychotics (clozapine).

Drug- Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have abnormal vaginal bleeding, diabetes, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), depression, blood vessel disorder, seizures (fits), mental illness, spinal cord injury, brain tumour or heart disease, inform your doctor before taking Luprodex 11.25 mg Injection 2 ml.