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LEUPROLIDE (loo PROE lide) treats a condition that causes early puberty. It works by decreasing levels of the hormones estrogen and testosterone in the body. This slows or stops signs of puberty while you are taking this medication.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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This medication is injected into a muscle. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as 1 year for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Cisapride
-Dronedarone
-Ketoconazole
-Levoketoconazole
-Pimozide
-Thioridazine
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse. During the first weeks of therapy, your symptoms may get worse, then they should improve as you continue treatment.
You may experience a menstrual cycle or spotting during the first month of therapy. If this continues, contact your care team.
Talk to your care team if you may be pregnant. If you have ever had a menstrual period, you may need a pregnancy test before taking this medication. Serious fetal side effects can occur if you take this medication during pregnancy.
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Keep appointments for follow-up doses. It is important not to miss your dose. Call your care team if you are unable to keep an appointment.
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Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Increased pressure around the brain—severe headache, blurry vision, change in vision, nausea, vomiting
-Rapid or extreme change in emotion or mood
-Rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
-Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-Seizures
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Acne
-Bone pain
-Headache
-Muscle pain
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
-Vaginal discharge
-Weight gain
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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This medication is given in a hospital or clinic. It will not be stored at home.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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