Degapride 120mg Injection 1

Degapride 120mg Injection is used for the following:

• Treating advanced prostate cancer

• Managing hormone-dependent prostate cancer

• Controlling testosterone levels in prostate cancer

• Slowing progression of advanced prostate cancer

• Reducing the growth of hormone-sensitive cancer cells

• Hormonal therapy for male prostate cancer

• Long-term management of advanced prostate cancer

Follow these instructions for Degapride 120mg Injection administration:

• This medicine should only be administered by a qualified healthcare professional.

• Do not attempt to self-administer this medicine.

• The injection should never be administered into a vein or muscle.

• The injection site may be cleaned with an alcohol swab before administration.

• Report any discomfort or reactions at the injection site to your doctor.

Degapride 120mg Injection is administered via a subcutaneous route.

Degapride 120mg Injection contains degarelix (120 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• GnRH receptor antagonism: Degarelix attaches to specific receptors in the pituitary gland located in your brain, blocking the natural action of gonadotropin-releasing hormone.

• Testosterone reduction: By blocking these receptors, the medicine decreases the release of the testosterone hormone from your body, creating an unfavourable environment for hormone-sensitive prostate cancer cells..

• Cancer growth inhibition: Because prostate cancer cells typically depend on testosterone for growth and multiplication, reducing this hormone effectively slows down the progression of hormone-dependent prostate cancer.

• Rapid hormone suppression: Unlike some other hormonal therapies, this medicine works quickly to lower testosterone levels without causing an initial surge in hormone levels.

• Store Degapride 120mg Injection in a refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C.

• Do not freeze the medicine.

• Keep the injection in its original packaging to protect it from light.

• Store all medicines safely out of reach of children.

• Check the expiry date before use, and do not use after this date.

• Consider including foods rich in antioxidants (like colourful fruits and vegetables) in your diet, as they may support overall health during cancer management.

• Regular gentle exercises, such as walking, can help manage weight gain, which is a common side effect of hormonal therapy that reduces testosterone levels.