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Luprolide, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. The alternative uses of Luprolide have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Luprolide is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Luprolide are Decreased libido, Fatigue, Erectile Dysfunction. Normally, these side effects of Luprolide are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Luprolide is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Luprolide has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Luprolide related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Luprolide since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Luprolide with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Luprolide is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Luprolide is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Luprolide safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Luprolide on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Luprolide safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Luprolide on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Luprolide will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Luprolide on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Luprolide on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Luprolide will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Luprolide on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Luprolide on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Luprolide on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Luprolide on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Luprolide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Luprolide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Luprolide habit forming or addictive?
Luprolide is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Luprolide, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Luprolide can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Luprolide only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Luprolide is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Luprolide
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Luprolide and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Luprolide
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Luprolide and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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