About leuproreli n acetate
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist
Used for
- Treats advanced prostate cancer by lowering testosterone.
- May be used for other hormone-sensitive conditions under specialist care.
Usual adult dose
Prostate cancer: injected under the skin every 12 weeks; administered by a healthcare professional.
Common side effects
- Hot flushes and sweating
- Injection-site pain or reactions
- Reduced sex drive or erectile difficulties
- Bone thinning, tiredness, or mood changes
Important warnings
- Can briefly worsen symptoms when treatment starts; additional medicine may be prescribed.
- May cause high blood sugar, heart rhythm changes, or cardiovascular problems.
- Long-term treatment can weaken bones.
- Not intended for self-injection; the injection is given by a healthcare professional.
Pregnancy
Not applicable for its usual prostate-cancer use in men. It can harm a pregnancy if used in someone who is pregnant.
Breastfeeding
Not applicable for its usual prostate-cancer use in men; breastfeeding use is generally avoided.
Interactions
- Medicines that prolong the QT interval may increase heart-rhythm risks.
- Tell the prescriber about medicines affecting heart rhythm or blood sugar.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.