Triptorelin (0.1mg)
Decapeptyl 0.1mg 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.Hot flashes, weakness, increased sweating, fatigue, back pain, and erectile dysfunction 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.
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 themCommon side effects of Decapeptyl
1 ml Injection
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Decapeptyl 0.1mg 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. Decapeptyl 0.1mg 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.
Related Warnings
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Decapeptyl 0.1mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Decapeptyl 0.1mg 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.
Information regarding the use of Decapeptyl 0.1mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Decapeptyl 0.1mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel dizzy, tired or have problems with your eyesight such as blurred vision. This may affect your driving ability.
Decapeptyl 0.1mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Decapeptyl 0.1mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Decapeptyl 0.1mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Decapeptyl 0.1mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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