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Eligard 22.5mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

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1 Powder For Injection(s) in Dry Vial

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Eligard 22.5 MG Description

Eligard Powder For Injection contains Leuprorelin (also called leuprolide) as its active ingredient. It is used to treat prostate cancer in men. In women, it is used for the treatment of uterine fibr

oids and endometriosis (a condition that causes symptoms like painful periods, excessive bleeding, pain while passing urine, etc). It is also used to treat very early puberty in children. This medicine will be given to you in a hospital or clinic by a doctor or nurse as an injection. You should avoid self-injecting. Before using Eligard Powder For Injection, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Product Summary

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Contains	Leuprorelin(22.5 Mg)
Uses	Prostate cancer in men, uterine fibroids and endometriosis in women and early puberty in children
Side effects	Injection site reactions, headache, nausea, fatigue, weight changes, hot flushes
Therapy	ANTI-NEOPLASTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Eligard 22.5 MG

Eligard Powder For Injection is used in men for the treatment of prostate cancer.
It is also used in women to treat uterine fibroids and endometriosis (causing symptoms such as menstrual cramps, excessive bleeding, pain while urinating, etc).
This medicine is also used in children to treat early puberty.

Contraindications of Eligard 22.5 MG

If you are allergic to Leuprorelin or any other ingredients of Eligard Powder For Injection.
If you experience abnormal or irregular vaginal bleeding, which the doctor is unaware of.
If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.

Side effects of Eligard 22.5 MG

Injection site reactions such as pain, redness, swelling
Tiredness
Sweating
Hot flashes
Altered mood
Joint or bone pain
Headache
Nausea

Precautions and Warnings of Eligard 22.5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I use Eligard Powder For Injection during pregnancy?

Eligard Powder For Injection must not be used during pregnancy as there is limited information available in pregnant women. If you get pregnant while on treatment, discontinue using this medicine and immediately contact your doctor. Proper birth control measures should be taken while on treatment.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Eligard Powder For Injection while breastfeeding?

Eligard Powder For Injection should not be used while breastfeeding as there is limited safety information available. Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Eligard Powder For Injection?

Eligard Powder For Injection may blur your vision and make you dizzy, you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I have used Eligard Powder For Injection?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with Eligard Powder For Injection.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have diabetes.
You have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys.
You have or are at an increased risk of having a bone condition called osteoporosis.
You consume alcohol regularly.
You suffer from any mental health problems.
You continue to have your periods after starting Eligard Powder For Injection.
You notice severe or abnormal vaginal bleeding.
You or your partner need to use proper birth control measures (non-hormonal contraception) while on treatment.

Mode of Action of Eligard 22.5 MG

How Does It Work?

Leuprorelin in Eligard Powder For Injection works by lowering the levels of testosterone (in men) and estrogen (in women) in the body.

Directions for Use of Eligard 22.5 MG

Eligard Powder For Injection will be given to you in hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.

Interactions of Eligard 22.5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Eligard Powder For Injection works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat your heart problems (like quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone, sotalol), medicines to treat your mental health problems (like clozapine, risperidone, q...
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Storage and disposal of Eligard 22.5 MG

Store Eligard Powder For Injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Eligard 22.5 MG

Overdose

Eligard Powder For Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely that you may get an overdose of this medicine. If you experience any other symptoms right after tak...

Missed a Dose

You will be monitored by the doctor or nurse as to when Eligard Powder For Injection should be given to you. It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. However, if you think your doctor or nurse mig...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the use of Eligard Powder For Injection?

Eligard Powder For Injection is used in men for the treatment of prostate cancer.
It is also used in women to treat uterine fibroids and endometriosis (causing symptoms such as menstrual cramps, excessive bleeding, pain while urinating, etc.).
This medicine is also used in children to treat early puberty.

Q: What should be discussed with my healthcare professional before I start the treatment with Eligard Powder For Injection?

Inform the doctor about your detailed medical & surgical history.
Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney disease or have fits.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby.
Eligard Powder For Injection may interact with other medicines, hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including supplements or herbal products. Also, inform your doctor if yo...
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Q: Does Eligard need to be refrigerated?

Store Eligard under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
It is usually stored at room temperature, protected from moisture.
Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Q: How do you take Eligard Powder For Injections?

Eligard Powder For Injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.

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23/02/2025

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