Warnings


What may interact with Supprelin?

-female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills, patches, rings, or injections
-herbal or dietary supplements, like black cohosh or DHEA
-male hormones, like testosterone
-medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
-prasterone

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Supprelin?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

-diabetes
-mental illness
-seizures
-suicidal thoughts, plans, or attempt; a previous suicide attempt by you or a family member
-an unusual or allergic reaction to histrelin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Supprelin?

Visit your doctor for regular checks on your progress. During the first few weeks, the symptoms of puberty may get worse, but then will start to get better as treatment is continued. Check with your doctor if they do not start to get better after several weeks.

Rarely, the implant can be expelled from the body through the original incision site. You may notice the implant being expelled, or rarely, the implant may be expelled without your noticing it. If you believe the implant has been expelled from your body, call your doctor.

This medicine may increase blood sugar. Ask your healthcare provider if changes in diet or medicines are needed if you have diabetes.

Where should I keep my medicine?

This does not apply. This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.