LEUGARD 22.5 DEPOT INJECTION

Product Description

Leugard 225 Deport Injection 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

Leugard 225 Deport Injection 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 longterm 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

Uses of Leugard Injection

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



Benefits of Leugard Injection

In Treatment of Prostate cancer
Prostate gland is a small walnutsized 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 Leugard 225 Deport Injection 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



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Side effects of Leugard Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine Consult your doctor if they persist or if youre worried about them

Common side effects of Leugard

Decreased libido
Testicular atrophy
Increased sweating
Fatigue
Muscle weakness
Erectile dysfunction
Hot flashes



How to use Leugard Injection

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

How Leugard Injection works

Leugard 225 Deport Injection reduces the amount of sex hormones testosterone in men and estrogen in women It works by decreasing the blood levels of testosterone in males Leugard 225 Deport Injection 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

Safety advice

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Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Leugard 225 Deport Injection Please consult your doctor

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Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Leugard 225 Deport Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy Seek your doctors advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby

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Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Leugard 225 Deport Injection during breastfeeding is not available Please consult your doctor

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Driving

UNSAFE

Leugard 225 Deport Injection 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 Leugard 225 Deport Injection

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Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Leugard 225 Deport Injection in patients with kidney disease Please consult your doctor

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Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Leugard 22.5 Deport Injection in patients with liver disease Please consult your doctor