Eligard 7.5 mg

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:pharmaceuticals
gptkbp:clinical_trial Phase III
gptkbp:clinical_use palliative care
hormonal therapy
off-label uses
gptkbp:contraindication pregnancy
breastfeeding
gptkbp:dosage_form injectable
gptkbp:drug_interactions anticoagulants
antidiabetic medications
CYP3 A4 inhibitors
gptkbp:duration up to 6 months
long-term therapy possible
gptkbp:effective_date gptkb:2000
gptkbp:formulation sustained-release
gptkbp:frequency once a month
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Eligard 7.5 mg
gptkbp:indication gptkb:endometriosis
precocious puberty
uterine fibroids
gptkbp:ingredients gptkb:leuprolide_acetate
gptkbp:is_monitored_by lipid profile
PSA levels
testosterone levels
blood glucose
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Taro_Pharmaceuticals
gptkbp:mechanism_of_action Gn RH agonist
gptkbp:packaging single-use prefilled syringe
gptkbp:patient_education regular follow-up appointments
avoid pregnancy during treatment
report severe side effects
importance of adherence to schedule
gptkbp:patient_population pediatric patients
adult men
gptkbp:pharmacokinetics excreted in urine
subcutaneous absorption
metabolized in liver
decreases testosterone production
reduces estrogen levels
gptkbp:route_of_administration subcutaneous
subcutaneous injection
gptkbp:safety_features generally well tolerated
monitor for adverse effects
gptkbp:service_frequency monthly
gptkbp:side_effect fatigue
nausea
weight gain
injection site reactions
hot flashes
gptkbp:storage refrigerated
gptkbp:strength 7.5 mg
gptkbp:used_for gptkb:Oncology
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Eligard
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6