Lupron (leuprolide) Disease Interactions
There are 4 disease interactions with Lupron (leuprolide):
Gnrh Agonists (Includes Lupron) ↔ Cardiovascular Disease
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
Applies to: Cardiovascular Disease
Increased risk of developing myocardial infarction, sudden cardiac death and stroke has been reported in association with the use of GnRH agonists such as leuprolide, and triptorelin. Cardiovascular risk factors should be evaluated carefully before treatment initiation. Patients should be monitored for symptoms and signs suggestive of development or cardiovascular disease and should be managed according to current clinical practice.
Gnrh Agonists (Includes Lupron) ↔ Diabetes
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
Applies to: Diabetes Mellitus
Hyperglycemia and an increased risk of developing diabetes have been reported in men receiving GnRH agonists such as leuprolide and triptorelin. Caution is advised in patients with diabetes as treatment with these agents may risk glycemic control. Monitor blood glucose and/or HbA1c periodically in patients receiving treatment.
Leuprolide (Includes Lupron) ↔ Qt Interval Prolongation
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
Applies to: Long QT Syndrome, Congestive Heart Failure, Electrolyte Abnormalities
Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT/QTc interval. Health care providers should consider if benefits of therapy outweigh the potential risks in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, congestive heart failure, electrolyte abnormalities, or taking other drugs that can also prolong the QT interval. Consider periodic monitoring of EKG and electrolytes.
Leuprolide (Includes Lupron) ↔ Seizures
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
Applies to: Seizures
Convulsions have been observed in patients taking leuprolide, including patients who have a history of seizures, epilepsy, or brain disorders, and in those taking medications associated with convulsions. Convulsions have also been reported in patients without any of these conditions. Caution is advised in patients with a history of seizures.
Lupron (leuprolide) drug Interactions
There are 334 drug interactions with Lupron (leuprolide)
See Also
Drug Interaction Classification
| Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
| Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
| Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
| No information available. |
Do not stop taking any medications without consulting your healthcare provider.
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