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Degapride 80mg Injection

Prescription Required
SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8Β°C). Do not freeze.
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Product introduction

Degapride 80mg Injection is used in the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. It works by lowering the amount of testosterone produced in the body and restricts the growth of a cancer cell.

Degapride 80mg Injection is used during techniques in women that help them in getting pregnant

Side effects of Degapride 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 Degapride

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Weight gain
  • Hot flashes
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Low sexual desire
  • Erectile dysfunction

How to use Degapride Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Degapride 80mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Degapride 80mg 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 Degapride 80mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Degapride 80mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Degapride 80mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
A cautious use of Degapride 80mg Injection is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Degapride 80mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Degapride 80mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended for patients with mild to moderate liver disease. Regular monitoring of testosterone levels is advised.

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Quick tips

  • Degapride 80mg Injection helps in the treatment of advanced hormone-dependent prostate cancer.
  • It is given by injection under the skin (subcutaneously), usually in the stomach area.
  • It may cause dizziness and blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • It may cause hot flashes. Try wearing loose clothing and avoid alcohol, caffeine, and spicy foods.
  • Inform your doctor if you are diabetic or have problems with your heart, kidney or liver.
  • Your doctor may check the level of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood. This is done to monitor how well Degapride 80mg Injection is working for you. A decrease in PSA levels is usually a sign that your treatment is working.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Polypeptides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
GNRH antagonists

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References

  1. Degarelix. Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2008. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Medscape. Degarelix. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: 90, Delhi - Jaipur Road, Sector 32, Gurugram, Haryana 122001
Country of origin: India

β‚Ή6500
Inclusive of all taxes
MRPβ‚Ή13000 Β 50% OFF
1.0 Injection in 1 vial
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