Hormone-responsive breast cancer in perimenopausal women.
Endometriosis.
Central precocious puberty.
Mechanism of action:
Decreases testosterone or estrogen production, depending on the treated condition.
Helps to slow the growth of cancer cells.
Reduces the size of uterine fibroids.
Alleviates the symptoms of endometriosis and early onset of puberty.
Important information:
Do not use if you are allergic to Eurolide 4mg or its ingredients.
Inform your physician if you have a liver or kidney impairment.
Do not take if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
During treatment, the existing symptoms may worsen due to the sex steroid increase in the body.
Report to your doctor if your child has a progressive brain tumour.
Before starting treatment:
Notify your doctor about your underlying medical conditions, such as diabetes, seizures, heart problems with chest pain, irregular heartbeats, depression, or osteoporosis.
Women of childbearing age should use non-hormonal contraceptives while taking Eurolide 4mg injection.
Report to your doctor if you are a man with urinary obstruction or had an operation to remove your testicles.
Interaction with other drugs:
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take.
Certain medications may interact with the effects of Eurolide 4mg and reduce its effectiveness.
Storage:
Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.
Store below 25°C.
Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Administration:
Eurolide 4mg injection is usually administered in the arm, thigh, or abdomen.
If this injection is recommended for you, it will be given by a healthcare professional.
Do not self-administer.
Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition.
Safety advices:
Pregnancy: using Eurolide 4mg injection is unsafe because it is contraindicated in pregnant women.
Breastfeeding: Eurolide 4mg injection is contraindicated in breastfeeding women.
Lungs: it is unknown whether Eurolide 4mg is safe for patients with lung problems.
Liver: Eurolide 4mg should be used cautiously in patients with liver impairment.
Alcohol: consuming alcohol during the Eurolide 4mg injection treatment may increase the risk of thinning bones (osteoporosis).
Driving: Eurolide 4mg Injection can cause drowsiness, visual disturbances, or dizziness. Avoid driving if you are unwell.
Side effects:
Serious: severe rash, itching, shortness or difficulty of breath, cough with blood, pulmonary embolism, severe headache.
Common: altered blood sugar and cholesterol levels, injection site reactions, loss of appetite, abnormal liver function, swelling in ankle or hand, difficulty sleeping, headache, mood swings, depression, weight changes, nausea, vomiting, vaginal dryness, bleeding, loss of interest in sexual intercourse, hot flushes, bone pain, muscle weakness, breast tenderness.
FAQs:
How does Eurolide 4mg work?
Eurolide 4mg decreases testosterone or estrogen production, depending on the treated condition. This helps to slow the growth of cancer cells, reduce the size of uterine fibroids, and alleviate the symptoms of endometriosis and early onset of puberty.
Who should not use Eurolide 4mg?
Eurolide 4mg should not be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women, people who are allergic to the medication, or people with a history of osteoporosis or bone fractures. It should also be used cautiously in people with a past of depression or mental illness.
What should I do if I miss a dose of Eurolide 4mg?
If you miss a dose of Eurolide 4mg, contact your healthcare provider as soon as possible to schedule the missed dose. Do not double up on doses to make up for a missed one.
Can Eurolide 4mg cause weight gain?
Weight gain is not a common side effect of Eurolide 4mg, but it may occur in some people.
How does Eurolide 4mg help with endometriosis?
Eurolide 4mg reduces estrogen production and helps relieve endometriosis symptoms by inhibiting tissue growth outside the uterus.
