Leuprolide

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Key Facts

CAS
53714-56-0
Molecular Weight (MW)
1209.4 g/mol (free base); 1269.4 g/mol (acetate)
Half-life
~3 hours (immediate-release); depot provides sustained levels
Unit
mcg
Administration Route
Subcutaneous / Intramuscular
Frequency
Daily, monthly, every 3 months, or every 4 months depending on formulation
Last updated
12/14/2025

Overview

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Protocol

Dosage Range
Varies by indication: 1 mg daily, 7.5 mg monthly, 22.5 mg every 3 months, or 30 mg every 4 months
Frequency
Daily, monthly, every 3 months, or every 4 months depending on formulation
Cycle
Long-term use as prescribed
Administration Route
Subcutaneous / Intramuscular
Reconstitution Guide
Depot formulations require reconstitution per package insert

May vary by vendor concentration and protocol.

Science

Mechanism of Action

Mechanism of action not fully established in publicly available sources.

Studies are being curated for this entry.

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Benefits

Therapeutic benefits not fully established.

Potential Side Effects

  • Side effects not fully established.

References

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