Introduction of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection

• Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist. It is used to treat conditions related to hormone regulation, particularly those related to the reproductive system. It is also used to treat prostate cancer in men, breast cancer and endometriosis in women, and precocious puberty in children. The safety and effectiveness of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection have not been established in paediatric patients under the age of 1 year old.

  Decapeptyl 0.1 mg may cause some common adverse reactions including acne/seborrhea, vaginitis/vaginal bleeding/vaginal discharge, pain, rash including erythema multiforme, headache and vasodilation, injection site pain, increased weight, headache, mood changes and injection site swelling. Long-term use of this medicine may cause weakened bones and a decrease in bone mineral density. It is recommended that you take vitamin D and calcium supplements while taking this medicine. It may cause menstrual periods to stop for a period of 7-12 weeks, inform your doctor if menstrual bleeding continues even during treatment.
  
  People who have had an allergic reaction to Decapeptyl 0.1 mg or similar medicines should not take Decapeptyl 0.1 mg. Women who are or may be pregnant or who have undiagnosed uterine bleeding should not take Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection. Seizures have been observed in patients taking Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection, in patients with a history of seizures or seizure-related conditions, or in patients taking medications associated with seizures. Seizures have been reported in patients without these conditions.
  
  Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you drink alcohol, smoke or have osteoporosis. Many other medicines may interact with this medicine, so tell your healthcare team about all the medicines you are taking. The Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection is given by a qualified healthcare professional as an injection under the skin. It is your doctor who will decide what dose is needed and how often you will need to take it. This may change from time to time depending on what you are being treated for. You should take this medicine exactly as your doctor or health care professional advises. If you take it the wrong way, or if you take too much, you can get very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months before you see or feel the benefits of this medicine. Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to.

Uses of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection

• ​​​Endometriosis: Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection is used for the treatment of endometriosis, including pain relief and reduction of endometriotic lesions.
  
  ​​​Uterine fibroids: Decapeptyl 0.1 mg is used prior to uterine fibroid surgery to improve anaemia due to vaginal bleeding from uterine fibroids in patients who are deemed to require 3 months of hormone suppression. The duration of treatment with Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection is limited to 3 months. Symptoms associated with fibroids will return after therapy is stopped.
  
  ​​​Advanced prostate cancer: Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection is used to treat advanced prostate cancer.
  
  ​​​Central precocious puberty (CPP): Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection is used to treat children with central precocious puberty (CPP). It is not known whether Decapeptyl 0.1 mg is safe and effective in children under the age of 1 year.​
  

Benefits of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection

• ​In the treatment of endometriosis: Endometriosis is a condition where tissue such as the lining of the uterus starts to grow in other places. The main symptoms are pain in the lower abdomen or back, period pain, pain during and after sex, constipation, diarrhoea and nausea. It can also make it difficult to get pregnant. Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection works by stopping the lining of your womb and any endometriosis tissue from growing too quickly. This will help to relieve any symptoms you may have. This medicine must be taken regularly to be effective and you may also need other medicines or procedures to help control your endometriosis.
  
  ​Treating uterine fibroids: Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. Decapeptyl 0.1 mg can help control the symptoms associated with uterine fibroids, such as excessive menstrual bleeding and lower back pain, and also reduce the size of existing fibroids. It works by blocking the action of the enzyme responsible for fibroid growth. As a result, they shrink and stop growing.
  
  ​In the treatment of advanced prostate cancer: The prostate is a small gland about the size of a walnut that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and carries sperm in men. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty urinating, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection can reduce or stop the growth of cancer cells by reducing the amount of testosterone (a natural hormone in men) in men. This will also relieve urinary problems and make it easier to pass urine.
  
  ​To treat precocious puberty (early puberty): When puberty (the change of a child's body to adult structure and size) begins before the age of 8 in girls and before the age of 9 in boys, it is called precocious puberty. Decapeptyl 0.1 mg helps delay this early onset of adulthood and limits the onset of precocious puberty. However, this medicine is only given by a doctor and should not be used unless you have it.​
  

Side Effects of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection

• Like all medicines, Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection may cause some side effects. If you experience any of these side effects, contact your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways to manage or reduce the severity of these side effects.​
  

Most Common Side Effects of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection

• • Hot Flushes
  • Impotence
  • Dry Mouth
  • Improper Sleep
  • Pain in the Abdomen
  • Pain in Legs, and Arms
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Headache
  • Nose bleeding
  • Bone and Muscle Pain
  • Headache
  • Impotence

Common Side Effects of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection

• • Blisters
  • High Fever
  • Breath Shortness
  • Vision Disturbance
  • Inability of Taste
  • Chest Pain
  • Swelling in Joints
  • Discolouration of the Skin

How to Use Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection?

• Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection is given through intravenous infusion under the skin. It is given by a qualified nurse or doctor in a hospital or a clinic.

How Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection Works?

• Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection contains Triptorelin, which belongs to the class of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists. It is a synthetic hormone that acts similarly to 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 reduce cancer cell growth in prostate cancer in men and shrink endometriosis and breast cancer in women.
  

Safety Advices Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection

Kidney

Use with Caution

If you have kidney disease, please consult your doctor before taking Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection. Your doctor will weigh up the benefits and potential risks before prescribing it.

Liver

Use with Caution

If you have liver disease, please consult your doctor before taking Decapeptyl 0.1 mg. Your doctor will weigh up the benefits and potential risks before prescribing it.

Driving

Unsafe

This Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection can cause dizziness, drowsiness, and problems with concentration and coordination, which may affect your ability to drive safely. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions and take necessary precautions such as avoiding driving or operating heavy machinery if you are experiencing the side effects of this Decapeptyl 0.1 mg.

Pregnancy

Unsafe

The use of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection during pregnancy may be unsafe as animal studies suggest that it may harm the developing foetus. However, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, it is important to talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits of taking Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection during pregnancy. Your doctor can help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health.

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to breast-feed while taking Decapeptyl 0.1 mg. It is possible that Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection may pass into breast milk and harm the baby. If you are breastfeeding and taking Decapeptyl 0.1 mg, it is important to talk to your doctor about the possible risks and benefits of continuing to breastfeed. Your doctor can help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health.

Alcohol

Unsafe

It is not recommended that you drink alcohol while taking Decapeptyl 0.1 mg Injection. Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects or reduce the effectiveness of Decapeptyl 0.1 mg. It is best to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before drinking alcohol while taking any medicine.