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Tag: Lupron

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Are Eligard and Lupron interchangeable? A comparison of leuprolide treatments

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While Eligard and Lupron Depot both contain the same active ingredient, leuprolide acetate, they are not directly interchangeable, primarily due to their different administration methods and approved uses. A detailed understanding of these differences is crucial for patients considering treatment options for advanced prostate cancer or other hormonal conditions.

What is the Difference Between Eligard and Lupron?

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While both Eligard and Lupron share the same active ingredient, leuprolide, and are used for advanced prostate cancer, their primary distinction lies in their route of administration and FDA-approved uses. Eligard is a subcutaneous injection, while Lupron Depot is administered intramuscularly, and Lupron treats a broader range of conditions.

Can Lupron Cause a Cough? A Review of Respiratory Side Effects

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Lupron (leuprolide) is a synthetic hormone used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, endometriosis, and central precocious puberty [1.7.6]. While effective, a key question for patients is: **Can Lupron cause a cough?** The answer is yes, this is a recognized side effect [1.2.2].

What happens when you get off Lupron? Understanding Lupron Cessation and Recovery

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According to the FDA, the hormonal suppression caused by Lupron (leuprolide acetate) is reversible upon discontinuation of the drug. For individuals on this treatment, understanding what happens when you get off Lupron is crucial, as the body begins the process of re-regulating its natural hormone production, leading to a variety of physical and emotional changes.

How long before Lupron is out of your system?

4 min read
Lupron (leuprolide acetate) is a synthetic hormone used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, endometriosis, and central precocious puberty [1.7.1]. A key question for patients is, **how long before Lupron is out of your system?** The answer depends almost entirely on the specific formulation administered.

Understanding the Link: Can Lupron Cause Testicular Pain?

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Lupron (leuprolide acetate) is a hormone therapy used to treat advanced prostate cancer, endometriosis, and other conditions [1.8.1, 1.8.2]. A key question for many patients is, **can Lupron cause testicular pain**, and the answer is yes, particularly during the initial phase of treatment [1.2.2, 1.7.3].

Does Lupron trigger make you tired? A guide to fatigue and fertility treatment

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Over 1.7 million IVF cycles were performed in the US and Canada in 2022, with many patients receiving a Lupron trigger shot to facilitate egg maturation. For many undergoing fertility treatment, a frequent concern is whether this medication causes profound tiredness. So, **does Lupron trigger make you tired**? Yes, fatigue is a common, though typically temporary, side effect of the hormonal shifts initiated by the medication.