Brand name: Bi Eligard CP 1 Month TM
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Active ingredients: leuprorelin, bicalutamide
What it is used for
Bicalutamide,Treatment of advanced prostate cancer in combination with LHRH agonist therapy.,Leuprorelin,Eligard® is indicated for the palliative treatment of advanced prostate cancer.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Tablet, film coated
a white to off-white, round, film-coated, biconvex tablet, engraved with 'BC 50' on one face and plain on the other
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
Part 2: Injection, modified release
Two-syringe system sterile 20-gauge 5/8-inch needle and silica gel desiccant.
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just 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 at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
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 March 1, 2023. 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.
For the active ingredient bicalutamide
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.
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For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
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