Drug Information
What is Lupron Depot Kit used for?
This medicine is prescribed in women to treat endometriosis
When should Lupron Depot Kit not be taken?
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine or to similar medications If you have undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding.
What precautions should I follow when taking Lupron Depot Kit?
Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking or planning to take any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition if you have high blood pressure
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Lupron Depot Kit?
This medicine lowers estrogen levels, which can lead to a decrease in bone density in both men and women. Decreased bone density could increase your risk of osteoporosis, or brittle bone disease, later in life. Consequently, the drug is not usually given for longer than 6 months at a time.
What are the side effects of Lupron Depot Kit?
Most severe: (Women) Agitation, allergic reactions, blood clots, bruising, delusions, difficult or painful urination, dry mouth, ear pain, eye problems, facial swelling, fainting, hair loss, hair problems, palpitations (throbbing heartbeat), rapid heartb
Most common: (Women) Anxiety, appetite changes, breast tenderness or pain, depression, fluid retention, development of male characteristics, dizziness, general pain, inflammation of the vagina (vaginitis), insomnia or other sleep disorders, joint pain, memory problems, nausea and vomiting, nervousness, skin reactions, stomach or intestinal disorders, unusual burning or prickling sensation of the skin, weakness, weight gain or loss (Men) Breathing problems, dizziness/vertigo, fluid retention, headache, hot flashes, impotence, sleep disorders, joint disorders, nausea, pain, skin reaction, stomach and intestinal disorder, sweats, testicle shrinking, urinary problems, vomiting, weakness
Other: Body odor, flu symptoms, nail problems, nasal irritation, pinkeye, taste disorders
How should I take Lupron Depot Kit?
How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist. (Women) Even though your menstrual periods stop while you are taking Lupron, there is still a chance you could become pregnant and you should take birth control measures. Use condoms or diaphragms rather than hormonal methods such as birth control pills or Norplant, because hormones will interfere with treatment.
Notify your doctor if you continue to have a menstrual period. If you miss successive doses of this medicine you may have some bleeding. Treatment with this medicine can cause an irreversible weakening of the bones (osteoporosis). No more than one course of therapy is recommended for women who develop this problem or who are at risk of bone loss. Adding norethindrone to the treatment regimen reduces bone loss, but increases the risk of other side effects such as clotting problems and fluid retention. If norethindrone is part of your regimen, your doctor will be on the alert for inflamed veins (thrombophlebitis) and other signs of clotting disorders. Norethindrone should be used with caution if you have heart-disease risk factors such as high cholesterol or cigarette smoking. The doctor should also monitor you carefully if you have kidney disease, asthma, epilepsy, or other conditions that might be aggravated by fluid retention. Norethindrone may cause depression, and should be discontinued if severe depression occurs. The drug should also be discontinued if you develop vision problems or migraine headaches. (Men) Even though your menstrual periods stop while you are taking Lupron, there is still a chance you could become pregnant and you should take birth control measures. Use condoms or diaphragms rather than hormonal methods such as birth control pills or Norplant, because hormones will interfere with treatment.Notify your doctor if you continue to have a menstrual period. If you miss successive doses of Lupron you may have some bleeding. Treatment with this medicine can cause an irreversible weakening of the bones (osteoporosis). No more than one course of therapy is recommended for women who develop this problem or who are at risk of bone loss. Adding norethindrone to the treatment regimen reduces bone loss, but increases the risk of other side effects such as clotting problems and fluid retention. If norethindrone is part of your regimen, your doctor will be on the alert for inflamed veins (thrombophlebitis) and other signs of clotting disorders. Norethindrone should be used with caution if you have heart-disease risk factors such as high cholesterol or cigarette smoking. The doctor should also monitor you carefully if you have kidney disease, asthma, epilepsy, or other conditions that might be aggravated by fluid retention. Norethindrone may cause depression, and should be discontinued if severe depression occurs. The drug should also be discontinued if you
How should Lupron Depot Kit be stored?
Store at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.
General Information:
If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
