PRODUCT DETAILS

About Gonapeptyl 3.75mg Injection

TRIPTORELIN belongs to the class of 'anti-neoplastic agents', primarily used to treat prostate cancer in men, endometriosis in women and precocious puberty (early puberty) in children. Prostate cancer is the prostate gland's cancer (a small gland under the bladder secretes fluid that nourishes and protects sperm) found only in men. Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue lining the uterus grows outside the uterine cavity. Precocious puberty occurs when a child's body changes into that of an adult or experiences puberty too soon.

TRIPTORELIN contains Triptorelin that belongs to the class of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists. Triptorelin is a synthetic hormone that acts similar to the GnRH, produced by the hypothalamus gland in the brain. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of the natural male hormone, testosterone in men and oestrogen in women. The lowering of testosterone hormone levels in men helps slows down the growth of cancer cells in prostate cancer.

Uses of Gonapeptyl 3.75mg Injection

Prostate cancer, endometriosis and precocious puberty.

Medicinal Benefits of Gonapeptyl 3.75mg Injection

TRIPTORELIN contains Triptorelin, a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist. It treats prostate cancer in men, endometriosis in women and precocious puberty (early puberty) in children. TRIPTORELIN is a synthetic hormone that acts similar to the GnRH, produced by the hypothalamus gland in the brain. Being an anti-neoplastic or anticancer agent, TRIPTORELIN works by lowering testosterone levels in men that help stop the growth of cancer cells in prostate cancer. TRIPTORELIN reduces oestrogen (a hormone required for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics) levels in women, thus helps in shrinking of endometriosis. TRIPTORELIN also has the role of a contraceptive drug.

Directions for Use

Intramuscular injection: Injection form of TRIPTORELIN will be given into the muscle of your buttocks or thigh by a health care professional.

Side Effects of Gonapeptyl 3.75mg Injection

• Hot flashes
• Decreased sexual interest
• Shrinking of the testicles
• Breast tenderness or swelling
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Flu 
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Upset stomach
• Swelling in legs 

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

TRIPTORELIN may interact with heart rhythm problems treating drugs (quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone, sotalol), antibiotics (moxifloxacin), opioid pain killers (methadone) and antipsychotics.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption to minimize the unwanted effects of TRIPTORELIN. Please consult your doctor for more information.

 

PREGNANCY

TRIPTORELIN is a pregnancy category X drug. It is unsafe to use TRIPTORELIN in pregnancy and can have harmful effects on the unborn baby. Use reliable forms of contraception to prevent pregnancy while using TRIPTORELIN.

BREAST FEEDING

TRIPTORELIN is unsafe to use during breastfeeding.

DRIVING

TRIPTORELIN causes dizziness and affects your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any unmanageable side effects with TRIPTORELIN.