How to Store Lupron

Lupron, also called Leuprolide, can be used to treat the following conditions: anemia caused by bleeding in the uterus; prostate cancer; early puberty in boys and girls; and pain caused by endometriosis. Leuprolide is similar to a hormone created in the hypothalamus gland. In men and boys, Lupron causes a decrease in the testosterone level, which is a common treatment for prostate cancer.

Things You'll Need

• Lupron

Instructions

1. Store Lupron away from heat and direct light. Store in temperatures below 77 degrees Fahrenheit (25 degrees Celcius). Do not store Lupron in an area where it could freeze. You can store Lupron in the refrigerator as long as the temperature is above freezing.

2. Store Lupron in the vial carton until you are ready to use it. Before you inject the medicine, check for any discoloration and particulate matter.

3. Purchase Lupron as you need it. It can be picked up from a pharmacist with a 14-day administration kit and 14 single-use syringes. Lupron is typically administered daily by subcutaneous injection. If you do not use the Lupron within 14 days of purchasing the kit, make sure to check the expiration date before using. Outdated Lupron is not as effective and should not be used.

4. Throw away used syringes in the container provided when you bought the medicine.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep Lupron out of the reach of children.

References

• Lupron Consumer Information
• RX List: Lupron