Triptorelin Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Triptorelin, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Triptorelin brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Triptorelin

Pronunciation : trip-toe-RELL-in

Therapeutic Classification : Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist

Brand Names or Trade Names of Triptorelin

India :

Decapeptyl daily inj, Decapeptyl Depot, Tryplog.

International :

Trelstar Depot, Trelstar Depot Mixject, Trelstar LA, Trelstar LA Mixject.

Why is Triptorelin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist, prescribed for prostate cancer. It works by decreasing the amount of certain hormones in the body.

When should Triptorelin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated to children, pregnant women, and patients with known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Triptorelin?

Adult: IM- Prostate cancer- As 3 month depot: The recommended dose is 11.25 mg 12 weekly.

How should Triptorelin be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Triptorelin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney, spinal cord problem, urinary blockage, liver disease and breastfeeding.

• This medication is only recommended for men.

• It may cause dizziness or vision changes, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Triptorelin?

Body As A Whole - Hot flushes, leg pain and fatigue.
Heart - High blood pressure.
Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, sleeplessness, impotence and emotional lability.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea and vomiting.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain.
Blood - Anemia.
Skin - Itching.
Genitourinary - Urinary retention and urinary tract infection.