How can I lower the cost of my leuprolide

You can lower cost of your leuprolide using one of the 4 following drug savings programs: Rx Advantage Card for leuprolide, Canadian Prescription Savings for leuprolide, leuprolide Drug Coupons, leuprolide Patient Assistance Programs

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leuprolide Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing

Medically reviewed by Navin Khosla, B.Pharm

Written by Rajive Patel, B.Pharm

What dosages is leuprolide available in?

Leuprolide is available as follows:

For 1-month administration: 7.5 mg, 11.25 mg, or 15 mg
For 3-month administration: 11.25 mg or 30 mg
For 6-month administration: 45 mg

What is leuprolide used for?

Leuprolide is a GnRH agonist and is used to treat advanced prostate cancer.

How does leuprolide work?

Leuprolide is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist, which is a synthetic (lab-made) hormone similar to the GnRH your body naturally makes. Over time, it lowers testosterone levels, which helps slow down the growth of the prostate gland and cancer cells.

How do I take leuprolide?

Leuprolide is typically dosed as follows:

Leuprolide Depot: The typical dosing range is 7.5 mg to 45 mg injected into your muscle by a healthcare provider. Depending on the dose, the medication is injected every month, every 3 months, every 4 months, or every 6 months. It’s either injected in your shoulder, buttock, or outer thigh muscle
Eligard: The typical dosing range is 7.5 mg to 45 mg injected under the skin by a healthcare provider. Depending on the dose, the medication is injected every month, every 3 months, every 4 months, or every 6 months. It’s usually injected under the skin in your stomach or upper buttock area
Camcevi: The typical dose is 42 mg injected under the skin every 6 months by a healthcare provider. It’s injected under the skin in your stomach

Is it safe for me to take leuprolide?

Leuprolide is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following:

Hypersensitivity reactions to GnRH, GnRH agonists or any of the excipients in LUPRO
Pregnancy

leuprolide Common Side Effects

Common side effects of Leuprolide:

Hot flashes or sweats
Injection site reaction (e.g., burning, stinging)
Pain (e.g., general, muscle, bone, joint)
Tiredness
Swelling
Breathing problems
Digestive system problems
Urinary problems
Shrinking of testicles
High blood pressure

leuprolide Serious Side Effects

Serious side effects are rare with Leuprolide. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

Heart problems: racing heart, fluttering in your chest, abnormal heartbeats, heart attack, stroke
Convulsions (seizures): tight muscles, uncontrollable movements, painful cramping

Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on leuprolide

No pharmacokinetic-based drug-drug interaction studies have been conducted with Leuprolide. However, always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking.

Who makes leuprolide?

Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers

Is leuprolide safe in pregnancy?

Leuprolide is contraindicated in pregnancy as it can cause birth defects or loss of the baby.

What is the brand name for leuprolide?

LUPRON

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How do the NowPatient leuprolide savings programs work?

Are the NowPatient leuprolide savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?

	Rx Advantage Card* for leuprolide	Canadian Prescription Savings* for leuprolide	leuprolide Drug Coupon*	leuprolide Patient Assistance Program*
Insured (federal, state or government)	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured (Commercial or Private)	Available	Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Uninsured	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured but without pharmacy benefit or drug coverage	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company

Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of leuprolide?

	Rx Advantage Card* for leuprolide	Canadian Prescription Savings* for leuprolide	leuprolide Drug Coupon*	leuprolide Patient Assistance Program*
Brand	Yes	Yes	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Generic	Yes	Yes	No	No

If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the leuprolide savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?

I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the leuprolide prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

I am commercially or privately insured and none of the leuprolide prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the leuprolide prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay contributions?

If you have already tried Medicaid and received a denial letter or if you are insured with Medicare and have been denied Low-Income Subsidy, then you can try one of the following organizational support programs:

1. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) assistance for leuprolide

If you are having trouble paying for your leuprolide medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN), may be able to assist you. To qualify for PAN assistance for leuprolide you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:

Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
leuprolide is prescribed for an approved FDA indication
You live in and receive treatment in the United States or U.S. territories, even if you do not have U.S. citizenship
You have Medicare insurance coverage that covers leuprolide
If leuprolide is listed on PAN’s list of covered medications

You can check the Patient Access Network Foundation Website for more information.

2. HealthWell Foundation Copay Program for leuprolide

If you are having trouble paying for your leuprolide medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for leuprolide you will need to meet the following criteria:

You live in and are being treated in the United States
You are insured and your plan covers leuprolide
If leuprolide is listed on the HealthWell Foundation’s list of covered medications

You can check the HealthWell Foundation Website for more information.

3. Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program for leuprolide

Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief program exists to help reduce the financial distress you or your family may face when paying for your leuprolide treatment. If you qualify and can demonstrate the need, the foundation will provide you with direct payment covering co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles. To qualify for assistance for leuprolide you will need to meet the following criteria:

You must be currently insured and have coverage for leuprolide
You must have a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan
You must reside and receive treatment in the United States
Your Income must fall at or below 300% or 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) with consideration for the Cost of Living Index (COLI) and number in the household
Applications can also be completed by contacting the program sponsor, toll-free at 866-512-3861.

You can check the Patient Advocate Foundation Website for more information.

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The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.

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