Lucrin Depot3.75mg
Rx- Generic:
- Leuprolide acetate
- Company:
- Rainbow Traders
- Dosage form:
- Injection
- Pack size:
- Injection
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৳ 17/unit
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At a glance
Leuprolide acetate is used in the treatment of prostate cancer, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and central precocious puberty. It is a GnRH agonist that reduces sex hormone (testosterone and estrogen) production.
Indications
- Advanced prostate cancer (palliative treatment)
- Endometriosis (up to 6 months treatment)
- Uterine fibroids (leiomyoma uteri) - up to 6 months treatment
- Central precocious puberty (girls <8 years, boys <9 years)
- Breast cancer in pre- and peri-menopausal women
Dosage
Prostate Cancer: 1 mg (0.2 mL) SC daily OR 3.75 mg IM monthly OR 11.25 mg IM every 3 months
Endometriosis: 3.75 mg IM monthly (up to 6 months) OR 11.25 mg IM every 3 months (2 doses, total 6 months)
Uterine Fibroids: 3.75 mg IM monthly (up to 3 months) OR 11.25 mg IM once
Precocious Puberty (Children): 50 mcg/kg/day SC; may titrate up by 10 mcg/kg/day; <2 years: Safety not established
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Decreased libido
- Testicular atrophy
- Increased sweating
- Fatigue
- Muscle weakness
- Erectile dysfunction
- Bone pain
- Injection site reaction
- Hot flashes
Precautions & warnings
- Caution when driving or operating machinery (may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or visual disturbances)
- Long-term use may lead to bone loss and fracture risk
- Take vitamin D and calcium supplements
- Use non-hormonal contraception to prevent pregnancy during treatment
- Menstrual periods stop during treatment and resume 7-12 weeks after final injection
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.