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Luprorin Inj  4Mg/4Ml

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml

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Composition

LEUPROLIDE-4MG

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml belongs to the class of 'anticancer or anti-neoplastic agents', primarily used to treat prostate cancer in men, breast cancer and endometriosis in women and precocious puberty (early puberty) in children. Prostate cancer is the prostate gland's cancer (a small gland under the bladder secretes fluid that nourishes and protects sperm) found only in men. Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by a female sex hormone called oestrogen. Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue lining the uterus grows outside the uterine cavity. Precocious puberty occurs when a child's body changes into that of an adult or experiences puberty too soon.

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml contains Leuprolide that belongs to the class of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists. It is a synthetic hormone that acts similar to the GnRH, produced by the hypothalamus gland in the brain. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of the natural male hormone, testosterone in men and oestrogen in women. This process of lowering hormone levels can decrease cancer cell's growth in prostate cancer in men and shrinks endometriosis and breast cancer in women.

Take Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dosage depending on your medical condition. The common side effects of Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml include hot flashes, decreased sexual interest, shrinking of the testicles, breast tenderness or swelling, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, upset stomach and injection site pain reaction. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually continue taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml midway.  Avoid taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may also affect fertility in men, hence discuss with your doctor if you have any plans to start a family in the future. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml is not recommended for children below two years of age. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may make you feel dizzy, hence drive when you are alert only.

Uses of Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml

Prostate cancer, Breast cancer, Endometriosis, Precocious puberty

Medicinal Benefits

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml contains Leuprolide, a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist. It treats prostate cancer in men, endometriosis in women and precocious puberty (early puberty) in children. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml is a synthetic hormone that acts similar to the GnRH, produced by the hypothalamus gland in the brain. Being an anti-neoplastic or anticancer agent, Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml works by lowering testosterone levels in men that help stop the growth of cancer cells in prostate cancer. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml reduces oestrogen (a hormone required for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics) levels in women, thus helps in shrinking of endometriosis and breast cancer.

Directions for Use

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml

  • Weight changes
  • Hot flushes
  • Muscle weakness
  • Bone Pain
  • Loss of interest in sexual intercourse
  • Inability to have an erection
  • Tiredness
  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Headaches
  • Breast tenderness
  • Changes in breast size
  • Mood swings
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting (feeling sick)
  • Acne
  • Vaginal Bleeding 
  • Spotting
  • Injection site reactions (skin hardening, redness, pain, abscesses, swelling, nodules, ulcers and skin damage)

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml can affect the unborn baby when used in pregnancy. Hence, Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml is not indicated for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding women. If you are using Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml, make sure to use reliable forms of contraception to prevent pregnancy during the course. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may also affect fertility in men, hence discuss with your doctor if you have any plans to start a family in the future. Use the Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml with caution in elderly patients and children. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml is not recommended for children younger than two years of age. Your symptoms may become temporarily worse when you first start taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml. Inform your doctor if this continues for longer than 2 months. If you have a seizure or unusual changes in mood or behaviour, inform your doctor immediately. Before starting Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, recent heart attack, depression, brain tumours, electrolyte imbalance, diabetes, fits, weak bones and high cholesterol levels. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may cause QT prolongation (heart muscle takes longer than normal to recharge between beats) and may affect heart rhythm, hence heart patients should be cautious while taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml can make you feel dizzy and affects your mental ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you are not mentally alert and focused.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may interact with heart rhythm problems treating drugs (quinidine, procainamide, disopyramide, amiodarone, sotalol), steroids (dexamethasone, methylprednisolone) and prednisone antibiotics (moxifloxacin), opioid pain killers (methadone) and antipsychotics (citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml should be used with caution in cases of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, recent heart attack, depression, brain tumours, electrolyte imbalance, diabetes, fits, weak bones and high cholesterol levels.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • QUINIDINE
  • PROCAINAMIDE
  • DISOPYRAMIDE
  • AMIODARONE
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • METHYLPREDNISOLONE
  • PREDNISOLONE
  • MOXIFLOXACIN
  • METHADONE
  • CITALOPRAM
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • FLUOXETINE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. 
  • Maintain a fibre-rich diet and include healthy carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
  • Include fish, soy, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, kale, broccoli and oils containing omega-3 fatty acids such as olive oil as these foods may reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
  • Avoid grilled meat, red meat, saturated fat found in animal products, milk and dairy products.
  • Exercise regularly to lose weight as obesity is also considered a risk factor for prostate cancer.
  • Eat at regular intervals.
  • Keep your weight under control with BMI 19.5-24.9.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies and low-fat dairy products.

Special Advise

  • Your doctor may advise liver function tests to monitor your liver health since Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may cause increased liver enzymes (alanine aminotransferase, serum aspartate and serum transaminases).
  • Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may cause increased serum glucose levels (hyperglycaemia), hence inform your doctor if you have diabetes before starting Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml.
  • Your doctor may advise blood tests, electrolyte levels and regular examinations of the prostate.
  • It is advised to get an electrocardiogram (ECG) done timely to monitor your heart health.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Prostate cancer: It is the cancer of the prostate gland (a small gland under the bladder secretes fluid that nourishes and protects sperm) found only in men. The symptoms include difficulty in urination, pain, numbness or sexual problems. It is the most common type of cancer in men.

Breast cancer: It is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by a female sex hormone called oestrogen. Breast cancer may form in lobules (glands that produce milk), ducts of the breast (the pathway that brings milk from glands to the nipple), the fatty tissue or the fibrous connective tissue within the breast. The tumour cells invade other healthy breast cells and travel to lymph nodes, a primary pathway for the cancer cells to move to other parts of the body.

Endometriosis: It is a disorder in which tissue lining the uterus grows outside the uterine cavity. It commonly involves ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining the pelvis. Symptoms of endometriosis include pain and irregular periods.

Precocious puberty occurs when a child's body changes into that of an adult or experiences puberty too soon. If puberty begins before age 8 in girls and before age 9 in boys, it is considered precocious puberty. Symptoms in a girl include first period and breast development, whereas, in a boy, it causes enlarged testicles and penis, deepening voice and facial hair.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Other Info - LUP0265

FAQs

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml contains Leuprolide, a synthetic hormone that helps reduce the testosterone and oestrogen hormones in men and women, respectively. This process of lowering hormone levels can decrease cancer cell's growth in prostate cancer in men and shrinks endometriosis in women.
Yes, Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml commonly affects the hair by making them thin which further causes loss of hair. However, it is not very common. Hair reduction possibly happens due to the estrogen lowering effect of Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml. These effects are not long-lasting and may return after some time. If it matters to you then inform your doctor for further advice.
Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may cause impotence and affect fertility in men. It is advised to speak to your doctor if you plan to have a family in the future before starting Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml.
Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml should be used with caution in diabetic patients as it may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels. Therefore, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml and inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml.
Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may worsen your mood disorders like depression. Hence it is advised to use Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml only when you are free from any kind of mental problems. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml is not recommended for patients suffering from heart rhythm problems such as arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) as it may increase the risk of heart rhythm problems. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any heart problems before taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml.
Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml may cause osteoporosis (bone thinning) due to the reduction of estrogen in the body. Regular bone density tests may help you monitor osteoporosis. Contact your doctor if you observe any sign of tendon pain or swelling while taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml to avoid unpleasant side-effects. Alcohol intake, along with Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml, may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml is a pregnancy category X drug. Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml should not be used during pregnancy because it causes harm to the fetus (newborn baby). Both women of childbearing potential and men must use an effective method of contraception while taking fluorouracil and for at least 6 months afterwards. Please consult your doctor about any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml should not be taken during breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk and may harm the nursing baby. It is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml causes dizziness and affects your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any unmanageable side effects with Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml.

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Liver

Caution

If you have had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Children

Caution

Luprorin Inj 4Mg/4Ml is not recommended in children younger than two years of age.

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