Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) Information

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Prostate Cancer, Endometriosis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) also has some side effects, the most common being Swelling. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) related warnings talks about Leuprolide Acetate(Lup)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) Benefits & Uses

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) 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

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) Related Warnings

Is the use of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) safe for pregnant women?

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) 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 Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) safe during breastfeeding?

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) 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 Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) on the Kidneys?

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) on the liver, information on safety of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Leuprolide Acetate(Lup). If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) with Other Drugs

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) 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

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) 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 Leuprolide Acetate(Lup)

Is this Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) is addictive.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Leuprolide Acetate(Lup). So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Leuprolide Acetate(Lup)

Taking Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Leuprolide Acetate(Lup)

Consuming Leuprolide Acetate(Lup) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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