lupride injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
๐คฐ Pregnancy Category C
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 22, 2026
What is lupride injection used for?
lupride injection (Leuprolide (1mg/0.5ml)) is used to treat GYNAECOLOGICAL. It contains Leuprolide (1mg/0.5ml), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Leuprolide (1mg/0.5ml)
- Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.
๐ lupride injection Uses & Benefits
- Lupride 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).Lupride Injection is given as an injection under the skin by a qualified medical professional.ย 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 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, smoker, 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.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Leuprolide (1mg/0.5ml) |
| Brand Name | lupride injection |
| Manufacturer | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GYNAECOLOGICAL |
| Action Class | GNRH agonists/analogue |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take lupride injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of lupride injection
- Decreased libido
- Testicular atrophy
- Increased sweating
- Fatigue
- Muscle weakness
- Erectile dysfunction
- Bone pain
- Injection site reaction
- Hot flashes
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.