Eligard - Prostate Cancer Medication

Eligard is a medication used in the treatment of prostate cancer. It belongs to a class of drugs known as gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists.

Eligard FAQ

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What is Eligard® used for?

ELIGARD® is used for the palliative treatment of advanced prostate cancer. ELIGARD is a prescription medication that must be administered by a health care professional. ELIGARD should not be used by anyone who is allergic to any of the ingredients in ELIGARD or to any similar drugs.

Does Eligard treat prostate cancer?

Eligard treats only the symptoms of prostate cancer and does not treat the cancer itself. Eligard belongs to a class of medications called gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists. Leuprolide works by decreasing the amount of certain hormones in the body.

What is the active ingredient in Eligard?

The active ingredient in Eligard is leuprolide acetate. (An active ingredient is what makes a drug work.) Eligard belongs to a group of drugs called gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists. This article describes the dosages of Eligard, as well as its strengths and how it’s given. To learn more about Eligard, see this in-depth article.

Is Eligard a hormone agonist?

Eligard is a type of hormone therapy. It belongs to a group of medications called gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists. These medications decrease hormones that make prostate cancer worse. The active drug ingredient in Eligard is leuprolide acetate.

Can Eligard® be used to treat advanced prostate cancer?

Manage convulsions according to current clinical practice ELIGARD®, (leuprolide acetate) for injectable suspension, is indicated for the palliative treatment of advanced prostate cancer. ELIGARD is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to GnRH, GnRH agonists, or any of the components of ELIGARD.

Who should not use Eligard?

ELIGARD should not be used by anyone who is allergic to any of the ingredients in ELIGARD or to any similar drugs. Eligard, a subcutaneous leuprolide acetate injection for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer.

What is Eligard® (Leuprolide Acetate)?

ELIGARD® (leuprolide acetate) is indicated for the palliative treatment of advanced prostate cancer. View information about administration, dosing, and more.