LUPRON DEPOT Reviews (LEUPROLIDE ACETATE)

Average Rating: 3.0 (783 Ratings)

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LUPRON DEPOT  (LEUPROLIDE ACETATE):  Leuprolide is used to treat advanced prostate cancer in men. It is not a cure. Most types of prostate cancer need the male hormone testosterone to grow and spread. Leuprolide works by reducing the amount of testosterone that the body makes. This helps slow or stop the growth of cancer cells and helps relieve symptoms such as painful/difficult urination. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment.   FDA Approval Date: 1989-01-26 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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 5  Fibroids, heavy bleeding, anemia I didn't really have any side effects. I am taking Cymbalta, so that may be helping to not have some of those nasty Lupron side effects. I just had my 2nd shot and don't feel like I am on anything. I had my period after the first shot, but it was a lot lighter than what I am used to, so I am feeling pretty good and not as anemic as I was before the Lupron. I'm taking this for just 3 months, than having a myomectomy which hopefully will not lead to a hysterectomy. F 40 1 months
3/14/2007
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 5  Severe, Severe Endometriosis Hot Flashes, Mood Swings, Very Bearable Soreness after Shots Im 19 & I have severe, severe, endometriosis that caused me to grow a foot long implant on my ovary. 1st doctor was a pain, got a 2nd opinion, & everything turned out for the best. They told me to take Lupron after my surgery (C-section type scar, not laproscopy). Before getting my shots I searched the web & I found mostly negative complaints about the drug, & I was freaked out. But I trusted my doctor (BUT I still asked questions) and here I am 3 shots later, & I FEEL GREAT! The hot flashes occur, but they dont bother me much, plus the periods I use to have were way worse. I DO, DO DO DO, get mood swings, & if you're someone who doesnt have the emotional stability or support from family & friends, I suggest add-backs (that way, you can experience the best results from the drug). So these are my conclusions, 1. NOT everyone has the same reaction to a drug so, 2. Try it out, if it doesn't work out, stop. Your doctor can't MAKE you do anything. 3. I think F 19 3 months
3/14/2007
 1  Contraception Horrid feelings. Night sweats, paranoia, nervous, anxious. Got studpid feelings about my boyfriend being with other women even though I know he woulndt. DONT EVER TAKE THIS INJECTION. NEVER EVER HAVE THIS STAB. I have only worked out today that this had made me feel so bad. It explains a whole heap of crap that has gone on in my life. F 31 3 years
3/10/2007
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 1  to treat endometriosis chronic insomnia one year after last injection, Also restless arms and legs, nervous twitching, seizures, depression, facial aging, bone and joint pain, and poor memory. This is a disaster drug that causes permanent neurological damage. The FDA must be reaching in the pockets of Lupron's manufacturer, TAP pharmaceuticals. Nothing else explains such blatant lack of concern for the victims of this horrid drug. Get it off the market! This drug is pure evil. F 44 6 months
3/7/2007
 4  endomitriosis hot flash, emotional roller coaster In Jan. 07 I finished my 6th shot and feel good. The hot flases sucked until I found a great cream to help calm them down. Although I could deal with that I am not sure that my husband could stand for me to ever do a second round... There were some days that he would just look at me and I would start to cry, poor guy he did great supporting me. I am wondering when I can expect to see my period again! Can anyone give me an idea of when to start looking for it? F 22 6 months
2/28/2007
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 4  pprostrate cancer/bladder cancer I have only been on Lupron for one month. Had my 2nd shot today, 2/26/07. Had tumors removed from bladder on 2/6/07 and am under treatment for that also. I have noticed a lack on energy, some night sweats, and frequent urinatin at night. No weight gain yet (could use some anyhow) and will not get a new PSA test until third shot next month. Doctor is very efficient and doing good job on treatment and followups. Will update later. M 67 30 days
2/26/2007
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 1  SEVERE ENDOMETRIOSIS SEVERE MOOD SWINGS, CHRONIC CRYING SPELLS, HOT FLASHES,TIRED ALL THE TIME, SUICIDAL THOUGHTS, CRAZED LUNATIC, POOR APPETITE, LOSS OF SEX DRIVE, AND STILL LOSS OF SEX DRIVE AFTER ALL THESE YEARS. MENTALLY EXHAUSTING!!! I RECEIVED A YEAR OF INJECTIONS AT $600.00 A POP, MY INSURANCE CLASSIFIED MY CONDITION AS PRE-EXISTING!!! I BECAME ANOTHER PERSON,I WAS JUST 21,WITH A BEAUTIFUL ATTITUDE, FUN LOVING, AND A VERY LOVING PERSON. WHEN I STARTED MY TREATMENTS,I BECAME THIS MONSTER,WITH ANGER, SUCIDAL THOUGHTS, NO SEX DRIVE AT 21, WHAT A LOSS, AND TO THIS DAY, I STILL BLAME LUPRON FOR MY LOSS OF SEX DRIVE, I HAVE NEVER BEEN RIGHT SINCE. AND YES, I HAVE HAD 5 ADDITIONAL SURGERIES. THE FIRST ONE AFTER TREATMENT WAS 3 MONTHS. AFTER WHAT I HAD PUT MY BODY AND MY FAMILY THROUGH, I DECIDED I WILL SUFFER BEFORE I EVER TAKE THAT CRAZED DRUG AGAIN. I OFTEN TELL MY FRIENDS, THAT WHEN THE REAL MENOPAUSE COMES, OR ANY OF THEM TAKE LUPRON, MOVE TO THE DESSERT, FOR MORE THAN ONE REASON. I LOST THE LOVE OF MY LIFE, DURING THIS TIME, BECAUSE HE COULD NOT LIVE WITH A CRAZY GIRLFRIEND. I STILL LOVE HIM SO, AND THAT HAS BEEN 15 YEARS AGO. LUPRON RUINED MY LIFE, DON'T LET IT RUIN YOURS.IT IS NOT A CURE, THERE ISN'T ONE!!! STACI F 36 365 days
2/19/2007
 1  endometriosis (severe) Severe insomnia; severe fatigue; severe joint/muscle pain in neck, shoulder, knees, hands; hot flashes; daily headaches (often severe); depression I was asked to take a 3-month injection while in the recovery room after laparoscopic surgery for an endometrioma, during which severe endo was found, including on the bowel. They couldn't remove it all from my bowel. In my drugged state, I consented to the 11.25 injection. It has been three months since the injection and my pain, which was always gastrointestinal and not so bad as far as monthly cramps, is as bad as ever, if not worse. I hope and pray these effects will wear off soon because they are unbearable. F 38 3 months
2/18/2007
 4  Endometriosis acne, mood swings (slightly), hot flashes, mild depression. I just started taking my shots and almost 1 week after i started, the acne and hot flashes at day and night time arrived - the only way I seem to get through this (any sort of depression creeping in, or tiredness) is exercising. I would love to know who on this list exercises 1 hour a day, and if they feel it helps. I feel like it is essential. F 33 4 weeks
2/17/2007
 4  endometriosis memory trouble, worn down and tired, diarreaha getting ready for my last shot next week; not having the endo pain anymore, ready to get off the drugs and live a normal life again. F 28 5 months
2/14/2007
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 3  Endometriosis hot flashes, headaches,muscle and joint pain, dizzyness , fatigue This is my first month on the shot so I guess my body is gonna be alittle out of wack at first. I haven't had any break through bleeding because I am on an add back medication. I am also on an anti-depressant which has helped with the mood swings I guess. I have noticed some relief in the pain. I am still having some pain but not like before. After two surgeries and many years of pain this medicine seems to be helping me I'll let ya'll know how shot 2 goes F 27 1 months
2/9/2007
 5  Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Night Sweats, Mood Swings, Migraines. Food cravings, but no weight gain. Slight muscle pain. The only bad side effects of the shots were the night sweats- horrible.. Mood swings- just plain crazy! Migraines pretty bad, but after the 4th shot, I have stopped bleeding completely and the pain is almost completely gone- quite a difference after 7 surgeries to try to cure this thing. F 33 4 times
2/7/2007
 2  Fibroids Night sweats, Loss of libido,headaches, chills, Period still the same heavy bleeding after 3months injection,periods lasting over two weeks, very painful, passing clots, Will get the next shot march 2, 2007 hope this one works better. This medicine takes you on a roller coaster hope you can stand the ride. F 45 2 months
2/6/2007
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 4  moderate endometriosis I had SEVERE mood changes at first, like the worst PMS I ever had - like I was mad at everyone and everything. I got a Rx for prozac - I wouldn't have made it if it weren't for that. With 10mgs a day, I feel like my normal self again. I have had break-through bleeding the entire time off and on, even with taking progesterone supplements. It's not a lot, just enough to be annoying. I am a virgin so I'm not sure if my sex drive has been affected. I have two months to go on the lupron, and I'm getting married in four months, so hopefully I'll be back to some sort of predictable schedule soon once I get back on regular birth control. I have definitely had hot flashes, which has dramatically cut my heating bill :) Take it in the winter time if you have a choice! It's not that bad - it will definitely be worth it if I can have kids one day! F 29 6 months
2/4/2007
 4  endo hot flashes, moodiness I have struggled with migraines for the last 6 years, sometimes having 3-4 headaches a month, lasting 5 days at a time. However, I've only had 1 migraine the whole 5 months I've been on lupron! I haven't had any weight gain or loss in my sex drive. This is good stuff! F 29 6 months
2/4/2007
 5  I have endomitriosis of the lungs. Every month that I would get my period, probably the day before, I would cough up blood. This happens when the cells grow outside your uterus. Lupron has stopped the monthly coughing, I don't know if it will return. I am praying and counting my blessings that it will never return. Thank you Lupron. F 23 2 days
1/28/2007
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 5  I have endometriosis of the lungs. Every month that I would get my period, probably the day before, I would cough up blood. This happens when the cells grow outside your uterus. Lupron has stopped the monthly coughing, I don't know if it will return. I am praying and counting my blessings that it will never return. Thank you Lupron. F 23 2 days
1/28/2007
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 5  I have endometriosis of the lungs. Every month that I would get my period, probably the day before, I would cough up blood. This happens when the cells grow outside your uterus. Lupron has stopped the monthly coughing, I don't know if it will return. I am praying and counting my blessings that it will never return. Thank you Lupron. F 23 2 days
1/28/2007
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 4  Endometriosis and Dysmennorhea weight loss, Moderate headaches, urination frequency, hot flashes, tiredness. It should be used as a last resort prior to hysterectomy. You must outweigh the possible side effects/compared to the state of disease itself. All medications have side effects. Personally I do not regret the decision to start Lupron Therapy. I am also on HRT LOW DOSE, and it has helped with side effects. F 27 1 months
1/28/2007
 5  endometriosis weight loss, hair thinning/loss, forgetfulness, joint pain, hott flashes, and night sweats in june 0f 2005 i had an emergency operational laproscoic surgery. when they went in they find lots of scar tissue and other stuff that shouldnt be there in a 22 year old. before that i had on set pelvic and abdominal pain over the course of 4 months. after the surgery the pain was still there but wasnt as severe. ive tried every treatment. from bc to danzol to pretty much anything my doctor could think of. since being on lupron it has made the severe pain subside. though theres still pain its not nearly as bad as it was prior to taking the lupron.. i can tell a tremendous amount it has helped. i have little pain now and im perfectly happy with that. F 22 1 months
1/27/2007

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