James needed a treatment proven in studies to manage his advanced prostate cancer.
The doctor's choice was
Lupron Depot
#1
Prescribed drug
in its class in the US2
In 1985, Lupron became the first approved drug in its class for the palliative treatment palliative treatment
Treatment that helps alleviate symptoms rather than cure the disease of advanced prostate cancer.3
How LUPRON DEPOT works
While LUPRON DEPOT is not a cure, it has been used to manage advanced prostate cancer for over 30 years.3
Getting started on LUPRON DEPOT
If you and your doctor decide LUPRON DEPOT is right for you, understanding what to expect can help you play a more active role in your treatment.
Use
- LUPRON DEPOT® (leuprolide acetate for depot suspension) 7.5 mg for 1-month, 22.5 mg for 3-month, 30 mg for 4-month, and 45 mg for 6-month administration are prescribed for the palliative treatment of advanced prostate cancer.
- LUPRON DEPOT is a prescription medication that must be administered in your doctor’s office.
Important Safety Information
- LUPRON DEPOT is not for people who have had any type of allergic reaction to LUPRON DEPOT or similar drugs.
- LUPRON DEPOT causes an increase in testosterone during the first few weeks of therapy.
- Some men may experience temporary new or worsening symptoms of prostate cancer, including urinary symptoms and/or bone pain.
- If your cancer has spread to the spine or urinary tract, urinary blockage or pressure on the spine may occur and can sometimes lead to paralysis, which may be life-threatening.
- You may require close medical attention during the first few weeks of therapy. Notify your doctor if you develop any new or worsened symptoms after beginning LUPRON DEPOT treatment.
- High blood sugar and increased risk of diabetes can occur in men using LUPRON DEPOT. Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar during treatment.
- Increased risk of heart attack, sudden death, and stroke can occur in men using LUPRON DEPOT. Discuss this increased risk with your doctor before starting treatment and report any new symptoms during treatment.
- LUPRON DEPOT can affect the electrical activity of your heart. Your doctor must determine if the benefits of using LUPRON DEPOT outweigh the risks, especially if you have congenital long QT syndrome, abnormal blood tests for electrolytes, congestive heart failure, or if you take medications to regulate your heartbeat.
- Convulsions have been observed in patients taking leuprolide acetate, including patients who have a history of seizures, epilepsy, or brain disorders (related to blood vessels, nerves, or tumors), and in those taking medications associated with convulsions. Convulsions have also been reported in patients without any of these conditions.
- Regular blood tests are needed to check your testosterone and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels.
- LUPRON DEPOT may cause fetal harm if administered to a pregnant woman.
- LUPRON DEPOT may cause impotence.
- The most common side effects of LUPRON DEPOT include hot flashes/sweats; injection site reaction/pain; general pain; swelling; testicular shrinkage; difficulty urinating; fatigue/weakness; headache; and joint, gastrointestinal, and respiratory problems.
For more information, talk with your healthcare provider.
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Please see accompanying Full Prescribing information.
References: 1. LUPRON DEPOT® [package insert]. North Chicago, IL: AbbVie Inc. 2. Data on file. AbbVie Inc. IMS Health, IMS National Prescription Audit; January 2018-December 2018. 3. Orange Book product details for NDA 019010. US Food and Drug Administration website. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/results_product.cfm?Appl_Type=N&Appl_No=019010. Accessed February 11, 2019.
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