Are there different types of Lupron?
Chemocare.com uses generic names in all descriptions of drugs. Lupron, Eligard, Lupron Depot, and Viadur are trade names for Leuprolide. In some cases, health care professionals may use the trade names Lupron, Eligard, Lupron Depot, and Viadur when referring to the generic drug name Leuprolide.
What type of drug is Lupron Depot?
Leuprolide injection (Lupron Depot) is also used with other medication to treat anemia (a lower than normal number of red blood cells) caused by uterine fibroids (noncancerous growths in the uterus). Leuprolide injection is in a class of medications called gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists.
What is the difference between Lupron Depot and eligard?
Eligard is given as an injection under the skin. Lupron Depot is given as an injection in a muscle. Eligard is only FDA approved for prostate cancer. Lupron Depot is FDA approved for prostate cancer and other conditions, such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and early puberty in children.
What does Lupron Depot do to your body?
LUPRON DEPOT suppresses the hormones that cause endometrial tissue to grow. LUPRON DEPOT therapy suppresses the signals from the pituitary gland in the brain to the ovaries, which stimulate estrogen production. By doing this, LUPRON DEPOT injections also suppress the hormones that cause endometriosis to grow.
What is the difference between Depo Provera and Lupron?
Depo Provera in clinical trials However, compared to Lupron Depot, Depo Provera has fewer damaging side effects, such as a reduced impact on bone mineral density, which can reduce the risk of osteoporosis when taken long-term.
How much does Lupron injection cost?
The cost for Lupron Depot intramuscular kit (7.5 mg/month) is around $1,855 for a supply of 1 kits, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans….Intramuscular Powder For Injection, Extended Release.
| Quantity | Per unit | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4,654.89 | $4,654.89 |
How much does eligard cost?
The cost for Eligard subcutaneous powder for injection, extended release (7.5 mg/month) is around $481 for a supply of 1 powder for injections, depending on the pharmacy you visit….Subcutaneous Powder For Injection, Extended Release.
| Quantity | Per unit | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,838.88 | $2,838.88 |
Does eligard lower PSA?
Eligard effective at reducing PSA. Occasional hot flashes.
Is Lupron Depot a steroid?
Lupron Injection (leuprolide acetate) is a synthetic gonadotropin-releasing hormone used in men to treat symptoms of prostate cancer, and in women to treat symptoms of endometriosis (overgrowth of uterine lining outside of the uterus) or uterine fibroids.
How long after Lupron do you get your period?
Most women will resume their normal periods within 3 months after treatment with Lupron Depot has ended.
Can I get pregnant on Lupron Depot?
Yes, you may still become pregnant if you are using Lupron Depot. Lupron Depot is not a method of birth control. Even though you may not have a period, unprotected intercourse could result in pregnancy.