Luprodex Depot 22.5mg Injection

About Luprodex Depot 22.5mg Injection

Luprodex Depot 22.5mg Injection contains Leuprolide, a synthetic analogue of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). It is frequently applied to ailments requiring hormone suppression.

Tell your doctor about all of your current medications and any past medical history of alcohol use, smoking, or osteoporosis before using Luprodex 22.5. Effective contraception is suggested during therapy, and it is not advised during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Brand Name: Luprodex

Composition: Leuprolide

Mechanism of Action:

Leuprolide works by excessively boosting the bodys natural synthesis of specific hormones (such as estrogen or testosterone), which first causes a spike and then results in a sharp decline in the amounts.

Uses:

Prostate cancer

Endometriosis

Dosage and Administration:

Typically, the 22.5 mg depot injection is given every three months (12 weeks) and is intended for long-acting release. A medical practitioner administers it by subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.

Side Effects:

Hot flashes

Sweating

Decreased libido

Erectile dysfunction (in men)

Vaginal dryness (in women)

Mood changes

Bone pain

Weight gain