Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection
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Product introduction
Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection is used in the treatment of prostate cancer. It is also used to treat endometriosis (endometrium of the uterus grows excessively and causes symptoms like pain, heavy or irregular periods), uterine fibroids and central precocious puberty (very early puberty).
Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection is given as an injection under the skin by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Decreased libido, increased sweating, fatigue, muscle weakness, and hot flashes are some very common side effects of this medicine. The long-term use of medicine may cause weakened bones and a reduction in bone mineral density. You are advised to take vitamin D and calcium supplements while taking this medicine. It might cause menstrual periods to stop for a period of 7- 12 weeks, inform your doctor if menstrual bleeding continues even during the treatment.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have a history of drinking alcohol, smoking, and osteoporosis. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of Eurolide Injection
- Prostate cancer
- Endometriosis
- Uterine fibroids
- Precocious puberty (premature puberty)
- Female infertility
Side effects of Eurolide Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Eurolide
- Decreased libido
- Testicular atrophy
- Increased sweating
- Fatigue
- Muscle weakness
- Erectile dysfunction
- Hot flashes
How to use Eurolide Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Eurolide Injection works
Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection reduces the amount of sex hormones (testosterone in men and estrogen in women). It works by decreasing the blood levels of testosterone in males. Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection also acts by shutting off hormones made by the ovaries (female reproductive organs), so the estrogen (one of the hormones that causes females to have periods) level is lowered.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness, dizziness or visual disturbances whilst being treated with Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection.
Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness, dizziness or visual disturbances whilst being treated with Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Eurolide Injection?
If you miss a dose of Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection, please consult your doctor.\n
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Quick tips
- Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection helps in the treatment of locally advanced or metastatic prostate cancer.
- It may also be used to treat endometriosis and uterine fibroids.
- It is given as an injection either under the skin or into a muscle.
- It may cause dizziness and visual disturbances. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- It will cause menstrual periods to stop. Periods will resume 7-12 weeks after the final injection. Consult your doctor if you experience menstrual bleed despite treatment.
- Use non-hormonal methods of contraception such as condoms to prevent pregnancy during treatment, as this medicine may be harmful to a developing baby.
- Long term treatment may lead to bone loss and a higher risk of bone fractures, especially if you are a heavy drinker, a smoker, or have a family history of osteoporosis.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
GNRH Analogue
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) Agonists
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Eurolide Injection for?
Others
67%
Prostate canc*
33%
*Prostate cancer
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection?
No Side Effec*
50%
Painful rash
50%
*No Side Effect
FAQs
Is Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection a chemotherapy medicine?
No, Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection is not a chemotherapy medicine. Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection is a synthetic hormone analogue medicine which is used for the treatment of hormone-dependent conditions in men and women.
Does Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection stop periods?
Yes, the periods tend to stop while taking Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection injections as this medicine alters the reproductive hormones in females. Sometimes, there can be vaginal bleeding in few cases. If this occurs, please contact your doctor to get yourself assessed and follow the direction of your doctor.
Is Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection a hormonal medicine and can it be given in pregnancy?
Yes, Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection is a hormonal medicine which alters the reproductive hormones when given in females. This medication is not recommended for use in women who are or may become pregnant because this can harm the fetus in the womb. Using this medicine during pregnancy may also lead to abortion of the baby. Do inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant before starting this medication.
Can taking Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection affect my bones?
Yes, there are chances of Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection affecting your bones. Using Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection may cause a decrease in bone mineral density and make the bones weaker. In women, bone density should be assessed before starting the treatment. Special care and monitoring should be done in women with increased risk of osteoporosis. If at all needed, additional medicines may be given to prevent the development of osteoporosis in patients with decreased bone mineral density.
Can Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection cause diabetes or increased blood sugar?
Yes, Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection may cause an increase in blood sugar levels, worsening the blood glucose control in patients with diabetes. It can even increase the risk of developing diabetes. Therefore, you must monitor the blood glucose and/or glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) from time to time to keep a track of the glucose control and inform your doctor in case you develop any problem. Diabetic patients when prescribed this medication should monitor the sugar levels more frequently while taking this treatment.
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Name: Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Address: Samarth House, 168, Bangur Nagar, Off Link Road, Near Ayappa Temple & Kallol Kali Temple, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 090.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Eurolide 3.75mg Depot Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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