Diphereline P.R. 22.5 Mg 1Vial 6 Months help treat prostate cancer in men by reducing testosterone levels, which may otherwise promote the growth of this cancer. This makes the medication an effective option in managing this malignant disease.

Composition of Diphereline

Diphereline PR injections contain Triptorelin Embonate, a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist that helps to:

• Lower testosterone levels in men to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer.

• Reduce estrogen levels in women.

• Treatment of precocious puberty

Diphereline 22.5 mg uses

Diphereline PR is used to treat:

• precocious puberty

• advanced prostate cancer that has spread to surrounding tissues and/or other parts of the body.

Diphereline 22.5 mg injection dosage

• Diphereline is administered via intramuscular injection.

• The dose is 22.5 mg once every 6 months (2 times a year).

Diphereline 22.5 mg Side Effects

Possible side effects of Diphereline injections include:

• Weakness

• Back pain

• Tingling or numbness in the feet

• Excessive sweating

• Reduced libido

• Hot flashes

• Nausea

• Dry mouth

• Depression

• Pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site

• Weight gain

• High blood pressure

Contraindications

Diphereline should not be used in the following cases:

• Known hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients

• Non-hormone-dependent tumors in men

• History of orchiectomy (surgical removal of the testes)

• Severe back pain due to prostate cancer pressing on spinal nerves

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women

Warnings and Precautions

Consult your doctor before using Diphereline PR injections in the following cases:

• Pain caused by cancer metastasis

• Pain or difficulty during urination

• Osteoporosis or family history of osteoporosis

• Sudden headache and/or blurred vision

• High blood sugar levels or diabetes

• Allergies to food, dyes, or other medications

• Cardiovascular issues

• Irregular heartbeats

• Use of antihypertensive medications

• Depression or mental health disorders

• Brain tumors in children

Drug Interactions

Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Diphereline with other medications, especially:

• Anticoagulants (blood thinners)

• Drugs that increase other hormone levels, such as prolactin

• Medications that affect gonadotropin secretion

• Antiarrhythmic drugs (used to treat irregular heartbeat)

Storage Instructions

• Keep out of reach of children

• Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C

• Do not use the medication after the expiration date

• Keep the product in its original packaging until use