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Triptorelin (Injection)

Brand Name(s):

Trelstar LA, Trelstar Depot

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not receive this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to triptorelin or other LHRH medicines (such as Factrel®, Lutrepulse®).

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
An intramuscular (in-tra-MUS-kyoo-ler) or IM injection is a shot given in the muscle of your upper arm, thigh, or buttocks.
A nurse or other caregiver trained to give injections will give your treatment.

If a dose is missed:

It is important that you receive this medicine on a regular basis. If you must miss an appointment for a shot, reschedule as soon as possible.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

Make sure your doctor knows if you have kidney or liver disease.
When you first begin using this medicine, the symptoms of prostate cancer may get worse for a short time, or you may start having new symptoms. These symptoms may include bone pain, blood in the urine, or trouble urinating. This is only temporary. However, the symptoms may become serious enough to need medical attention. Discuss this with your doctor. Make sure you understand what symptoms to watch for and when you need to call the doctor.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
Rapid weight gain
Swelling of face, hands, legs, or feet
Weakness or loss of muscle control, especially in the legs or feet

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

Bone pain
Decreased interest in sex, inability to have or maintain an erection
Headache
Hot flashes

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor:

Reviewed last on: 1/4/2010

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