Eligard 45 Injection Information

Eligard 45 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer, Endometriosis. Eligard 45 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Eligard 45 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Common side effects of Eligard 45 Injection include Swelling. Some other side effects of Eligard 45 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Eligard 45 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Eligard 45 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Eligard 45 Injection related warnings talks about Eligard 45 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Eligard 45 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Eligard 45 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Eligard 45 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Eligard 45 Injection Benefits & Uses

Eligard 45 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Eligard 45 Injection 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

Eligard 45 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Eligard 45 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Eligard shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Eligard 45 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Eligard. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Eligard 45 Injection on the Kidneys?

Eligard can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Eligard 45 Injection on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Eligard on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Eligard 45 Injection on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Eligard. 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 Eligard 45 Injection with Other Drugs

Eligard 45 Injection 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

Eligard 45 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eligard 45 Injection 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 Eligard 45 Injection

Is this Eligard 45 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Eligard 45 Injection has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Eligard 45 Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Eligard 45 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Eligard 45 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Eligard 45 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Eligard 45 Injection

You can take Eligard 45 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Eligard 45 Injection

Taking alcohol with Eligard 45 Injection can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

Eligard 45 Injection