Brand name: Lucrin Depot TM
Active ingredients: leuprorelin
What it is used for
Lucrin Depot 7.5 mg Injection and lucrin Depot 3 Month 22.5mg injection and Lucrin Depot 4 month 30mg Injection are indicated in the palliative treatment of metastatic or locally extensive prostatic cancer (Stage C and D).
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, modified release
White, lyophilised microspheres, which when reconstituted becomes a milky suspension
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular. This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourless solution
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular. This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient leuprorelin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
