Lucrin Depot: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lucrin Depot Information

Lucrin Depot is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer, Endometriosis. Other than this, Lucrin Depot has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Lucrin Depot depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Lucrin Depot are Swelling. While these are the most often observed Lucrin Depot side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lucrin Depot are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Lucrin Depot's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Lucrin Depot's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lucrin Depot related warnings section.

The section on Lucrin Depot contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Lucrin Depot may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Lucrin Depot is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Lucrin Depot Benefits & Uses
Lucrin Depot Dosage & How to Take
Lucrin Depot Side Effects
Lucrin Depot Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lucrin Depot with Other Drugs
Lucrin Depot Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lucrin Depot
Lucrin Depot Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lucrin Depot Benefits & Uses

Lucrin Depot is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lucrin Depot Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult(Female)	Disease: Endometriosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3.75 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, given monthly
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Precocious Puberty Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, given monthly, Children > 37.5 kg
Geriatric	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Lucrin Depot Related Warnings

Is the use of Lucrin Depot safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lucrin Depot. If you are pregnant, do not take Lucrin Depot without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lucrin Depot safe during breastfeeding?

Lucrin Depot should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Lucrin Depot on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Lucrin Depot. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lucrin Depot on the Liver?

Side effects of Lucrin Depot on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lucrin Depot on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Lucrin Depot. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Lucrin Depot with Other Drugs

Lucrin Depot should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Citalopram

Amiodarone

Moxifloxacin

Sotalol

Clozapine

Quinidine

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Lucrin Depot Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lucrin Depot unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Epilepsy

Frequently asked Questions about Lucrin Depot

Is this Lucrin Depot habit forming or addictive?

Lucrin Depot does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lucrin Depot. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lucrin Depot only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lucrin Depot is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Lucrin Depot Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lucrin Depot

You can take Lucrin Depot with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lucrin Depot

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lucrin Depot as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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