Viadur

Active Ingredient(s): Leuprolide
FDA Approved: * March 3, 2000
Pharm Company: * ALZA
Category: Cancer

Leuprorelin, also known as leuprolide, is a manufactured version of a hormone used to treat prostate cancer, breast cancer, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and early puberty, chemical castration of violent sex offenders, or as part of transgender hormone therapy.[6][7] It is given by injection into a muscle or under the skin.[6] Common side effects include hot flashes, unstable mood, trouble sleeping, headaches, and pain at the site of injectio... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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