Agopride Depot Injection Information

Agopride Depot Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer, Endometriosis. Other than this, Agopride Depot Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Agopride Depot Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Agopride Depot Injection include Swelling. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Agopride Depot Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Agopride Depot Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Agopride Depot Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Agopride Depot Injection related warnings talks about Agopride Depot Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Agopride Depot Injection contraindications section.

Additionally, Agopride Depot Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Agopride Depot Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Agopride Benefits & Uses
Agopride Dosage & How to Take
Agopride Side Effects
Agopride Related Warnings
Agopride Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Agopride
Agopride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Agopride Depot Injection Benefits & Uses

Agopride Depot Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Agopride Depot Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult(Female)	Disease: Endometriosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3.75 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, given monthly
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Precocious Puberty Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, given monthly, Children > 37.5 kg
Geriatric	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Agopride Depot Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Agopride Depot Injection safe for pregnant women?

Agopride should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Agopride Depot Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Agopride may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Agopride should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Agopride Depot Injection on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Agopride. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Agopride Depot Injection on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Agopride on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Agopride Depot Injection on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Agopride. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Agopride Depot Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Agopride Depot Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Epilepsy

Frequently asked Questions about Agopride Depot Injection

Is this Agopride Depot Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Agopride Depot Injection is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Agopride Depot Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Agopride Depot Injection only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Agopride Depot Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Agopride Depot Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Agopride Depot Injection

Taking Agopride Depot Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Agopride Depot Injection

Taking alcohol with Agopride Depot Injection can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

Agopride Depot Injection