Introduction of Leprol 22.5 mg Injection

• ​Leprol 22.5 mg Injection is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist. It is used in the treatment of conditions related to hormone regulation, particularly those associated with the reproductive system. It is also used to treat prostate cancer in men, breast cancer and endometriosis in women and precocious puberty (early puberty) in children. The safety and effectiveness of Leprol 22.5 mg Injection have not been established in pediatric patients less than 1 year old.
  
  ​Leprol 22.5 mg Injection may cause some common adverse effects including acne/seborrhea, vaginitis/vaginal bleeding/vaginal discharge, pain, rash including erythema multiforme, headache, and vasodilation, injection site pain, increased weight, headache, altered mood, and injection site swelling. 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.
  
  ​People who have experienced any type of allergic reaction to Leprol 22.5 mg Injection or similar drugs should not take Leprol 22.5 mg. Females who are or may be pregnant or have undiagnosed uterine bleeding should not receive Leprol 22.5 mg Injection. Seizures have been observed in patients taking Leprol 22.5 mg Injection patients who have a history of seizures or conditions related to seizures or in patients who are taking medications that are connected to seizures. Seizures have also been reported in patients without any of these conditions.
  
  ​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. Leprol 22.5 mg 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 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.​
  

Uses of Leprol 22.5 mg Injection

• ​Endometriosis: Leprol 22.5 mg Injection is used for the management of endometriosis, including pain relief and reduction of endometriotic lesions.
  
  ​Uterine Fibroids: Leprol 22.5 mg Injection is used before fibroid surgery to improve anaemia due to vaginal bleeding from fibroids for patients in whom 3 months of hormonal suppression is deemed necessary. The duration of therapy with Leprol 22.5 mg Injection is limited to 3 months. The symptoms associated with fibroids will return after stopping therapy.
  
  ​Advanced Prostate Cancer: Leprol 22.5 mg Injection is used for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer.
  
  ​Central Precocious Puberty (CPP): Leprol 22.5 mg Injection is used for the treatment of children with central precocious puberty (CPP). It is not known if Leprol 22.5 mg is safe and effective in children less than 1-year-old.​
  

Benefits of Leprol 22.5 mg Injection

• ​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, diarrhoea and feeling sick. It can also make it difficult to get pregnant. Leprol 22.5 mg Injection acts 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.
  
  ​In Treatment of Uterine fibroids
  ​Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during the childbearing years. Leprol 22.5 mg can help control the symptoms associated with uterine fibroids such as excessive menstrual bleeding, and 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 Advanced prostate cancer
  ​The prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Leprol 22.5 mg Injection may decrease or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (a natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.
  
  ​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. Leprol 22.5 mg Injection 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.​
  

Side Effects of Leprol 22.5 mg Injection

• ​​​​​Like all medication, Leprol 22.5 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 Leprol 22.5 mg Injection

• • Nausea
    
  • Vomiting
  • Dry mouth
  • Confusion
  • weakness
  • Bone pain
  • Dizziness
  • Slow Speech
  • Feeling thirsty
  • ​Constipation
  • Weight Fluctuation
  • Muscle pain
  • Runny nose
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acne
  • Nervousness
  • Difficulty in remembering things
  • Spotting
  • Irregular menstruation
  • Vaginal discharge

Common Side Effects of Leprol 22.5 mg Injection

• • Hematuria
    
  • Fainting
  • Seizures
  • Blurred Vision
  • Difficult Breathing
  • Severe Headache
  • ​Decreased Sexual Desire
  • Change in Breast Size
  • Hot flashes
  • Intense sweating
  • Tingling sensation on feet and palms
  • Feeling Uneasiness
  • Decreased Testicles size​

How to Use Leprol 22.5 mg Injection?

• ​​Your healthcare professional or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.​
  

How Leprol 22.5 mg Injection Works?

• ​Leprol 22.5 mg Injection 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.​
  

Safety Advices Leprol 22.5 mg Injection

Kidney

Use with Caution

If you suffering from kidney disease, please consult the doctor before taking Leprol 22.5 mg Injection. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

Liver

Use with Caution

If you suffering from liver disease, please consult the doctor before taking Leprol 22.5 mg Injection. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

Driving

Unsafe

Leprol 22.5 mg Injection may cause dizziness, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating and coordinating, which may affect your ability to drive a vehicle safely. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions and take necessary precautions such as avoiding driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you suffer from the side effects of this Leprol 22.5 mg.

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Use of Leprol 22.5 mg Injection may be unsafe during pregnancy as animal studies indicate 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 Leprol 22.5 mg during pregnancy. Your doctor will be able to help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health.

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking Leprol 22.5 mg. Leprol 22.5 mg Injection may pass into breast milk and harm the infant. If you are breastfeeding and taking Leprol 22.5 mg, it is important to talk to your doctor about the possible risks and benefits of continuing to breastfeed. Your doctor will be able to help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health.

Alcohol

Unsafe

It is not recommended to consume alcohol while taking Leprol 22.5 mg Injection. Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects or interfere with the effectiveness of the Leprol 22.5 mg. It is best to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before consuming alcohol while taking any medicine.