Eligard 30mg Injection

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Leuprolide (30mg)
Salt Synonyms	Leuprorelin
Storage	Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
Chemical Class	GNRH Analogue
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class	GNRH agonists/analogue
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	542

FAQ

Does Eligard 30mg stop periods?

Yes, the periods tend to stop while taking Eligard 30mg injections as this medicine alters the reproductive hormones in females. Sometimes, there can be vaginal bleeding in few cases. If this occurs, please contact your doctor to get yourself assessed and follow the direction of your doctor.

Can taking Eligard 30mg affect my bones?

Yes, there are chances of Eligard 30mg affecting your bones. Using Eligard 30mg may cause a decrease in bone mineral density and make the bones weaker. In women, bone density should be assessed before starting the treatment. Special care and monitoring should be done in women with increased risk of osteoporosis. If at all needed, additional medicines may be given to prevent the development of osteoporosis in patients with decreased bone mineral density.

Is Eligard 30mg a hormonal medicine and can it be given in pregnancy?

Yes, Eligard 30mg is a hormonal medicine which alters the reproductive hormones when given in females. This medication is not recommended for use in women who are or may become pregnant because this can harm the fetus in the womb. Using this medicine during pregnancy may also lead to abortion of the baby. Do inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant before starting this medication.

Can Eligard 30mg cause diabetes or increased blood sugar?

Yes, Eligard 30mg may cause an increase in blood sugar levels, worsening the blood glucose control in patients with diabetes. It can even increase the risk of developing diabetes. Therefore, you must monitor the blood glucose and/or glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) from time to time to keep a track of the glucose control and inform your doctor in case you develop any problem. Diabetic patients when prescribed this medication should monitor the sugar levels more frequently while taking this treatment.

Is Eligard 30mg a chemotherapy medicine?

No, Eligard 30mg is not a chemotherapy medicine. Eligard 30mg is a synthetic hormone analogue medicine which is used for the treatment of hormone-dependent conditions in men and women.

What if you forget to take Eligard Injection?

If you miss a dose of Eligard 30mg, please consult your doctor.\n

Eligard 30mg Injection Reviews

Eligard 30mg is used in the treatment of prostate cancer. It is also used to treat endometriosis (endometrium of the uterus grows excessively and causes symptoms like pain, heavy or irregular periods), uterine fibroids and central precocious puberty (very early puberty).

Eligard 30mg is given as an injection under the skin by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Decreased libido, increased sweating, fatigue, muscle weakness, and hot flashes are some very common side effects of this medicine. The long-term use of medicine may cause weakened bones and a reduction in bone mineral density. You are advised to take vitamin D and calcium supplements while taking this medicine. It might cause menstrual periods to stop for a period of 7- 12 weeks, inform your doctor if menstrual bleeding continues even during the treatment.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have a history of drinking alcohol, smoking, and osteoporosis. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

How Eligard 30mg Injection Works

Eligard 30mg reduces the amount of sex hormones (testosterone in men and estrogen in women). It works by decreasing the blood levels of testosterone in males. Eligard 30mg also acts by shutting off hormones made by the ovaries (female reproductive organs), so the estrogen (one of the hormones that causes females to have periods) level is lowered.

How to Use Eligard 30mg Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Eligard 30mg Injection

In Treatment of Uterine fibroids: Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. Eligard 30mg helps control the symptoms associated with uterine fibroids such as excessive menstrual bleeding, lower back pain, and also reduces the size of the existing fibroids. It blocks the action of the enzyme responsible for the growth of the broids. As a result, they decrease in size and also stop growing further.
In Treatment of Precocious puberty (premature puberty): When puberty (change of a child’s body to adult structure and size) begins before age 8 in girls and before age 9 in boys, it is considered precocious puberty. Eligard 30mg helps delay this early onset of adulthood and limits the onset of precocious puberty. However, this medicine is given by a doctor and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully for the most benefit.
In Treatment of Prostate cancer: Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Eligard 30mg decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.
In Treatment of Endometriosis: Endometriosis is a condition where tissue like the lining of the womb starts to grow in other places. The main symptoms include pain in your lower stomach or back, period pain, pain during and after sex, constipation, diarrhea and feeling sick. It can also make it difficult to get pregnant. Eligard 30mg works by preventing the lining of your womb and any endometriosis tissue from growing too quickly. This will help relieve the symptoms you may have. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective and you may need other medicines or procedures to help control endometriosis.

Uses of Eligard 30mg Injection

Treatment of Precocious puberty (premature puberty)
Treatment of Prostate cancer
Treatment of Endometriosis
Treatment of Uterine fibroids

Eligard 30mg Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Eligard 30mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^UNSAFE

Eligard 30mg is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Eligard 30mg. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Eligard 30mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Eligard 30mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Eligard 30mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness, dizziness or visual disturbances whilst being treated with Eligard 30mg.

Quick Tips

Eligard 30mg helps in the treatment of locally advanced or metastatic prostate cancer.
Long term treatment may lead to bone loss and a higher risk of bone fractures, especially if you are a heavy drinker, a smoker, or have a family history of osteoporosis.
It is given as an injection either under the skin or into a muscle.
It may cause dizziness and visual disturbances. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
It may also be used to treat endometriosis and uterine fibroids.
Use non-hormonal methods of contraception such as condoms to prevent pregnancy during treatment, as this medicine may be harmful to a developing baby.
It will cause menstrual periods to stop. Periods will resume 7-12 weeks after the final injection. Consult your doctor if you experience menstrual bleed despite treatment.

References

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Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 787-88.
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