USES OF DEGHOR INJECTION

• Prostate cancer

BENEFITS OF DEGHOR INJECTION

In Prostate cancer

Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Deghor 80 Injection decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DEGHOR INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Deghor

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
• Weight gain
• Hot flashes
• Increased liver enzymes
• Low sexual desire
• Erectile dysfunction

HOW TO USE DEGHOR INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW DEGHOR INJECTION WORKS

Deghor 80 Injection lowers the amount of testosterone (a male hormone) produced by the body. This may slow or stop the spread and growth of prostate cancer cells that need testosterone to grow.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Deghor 80 Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Deghor 80 Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Deghor 80 Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Deghor 80 Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Deghor 80 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

A cautious use of Deghor 80 Injection is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Deghor 80 Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Deghor 80 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

No dose adjustment is recommended for patients with mild to moderate liver disease. Regular monitoring of testosterone levels is advised.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE DEGHOR INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Deghor 80 Injection, please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

• Deghor 80 Injection helps in the treatment of advanced hormone-dependent prostate cancer.
• It is given by injection under the skin (subcutaneously), usually in the stomach area.
• It may cause dizziness and blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
• It may cause hot flashes. Try wearing loose clothing and avoid alcohol, caffeine, and spicy foods.
• Inform your doctor if you are diabetic or have problems with your heart, kidney or liver.
• Your doctor may check the level of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood. This is done to monitor how well Deghor 80 Injection is working for you. A decrease in PSA levels is usually a sign that your treatment is working.