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TRIPTORELIN (TRIP toe REH lin) 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.
A special MedGuide will be given to you before each treatment. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as 2 years 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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-Certain medications for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions
-Methyldopa
-Metoclopramide
-Phenothiazines, such as chlorpromazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
-Reserpine
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. During the first weeks of therapy, your symptoms may get worse, but they should get better as you continue treatment. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse. You may have a menstrual cycle or spotting during the first 2 months of treatment. Talk to your care team if this continues for more than 2 months.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
This medication may cause serious skin reactions. They can happen weeks to months after starting the medication. Talk to your care team right away if you have fevers or flu-like symptoms with a rash. The rash may be red or purple and then turn into blisters or peeling of the skin. Or you might notice a red rash with swelling of the face, lips, or lymph nodes in your neck or under your arms.
Talk to your care team if you may be pregnant. 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 or angioedema—skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, arms, or legs, trouble swallowing or breathing
-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):
-Cough
-Headache
-Hot flashes
-Runny or stuffy nose
-Sore throat
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
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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