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from eMedTV.comSide Effects of Supprelin LA
Just like any medicine, Supprelin LA may cause side effects. However, not everyone who uses the drug will experience problems. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well.If reactions do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or are treated easily by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
Some of the most common side effects of Supprelin LA are skin reactions at the implant site, such as:
- Bruising
- Soreness
- Pain
- Swelling.
(Click Supprelin LA Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
Drug Interactions
Supprelin LA may react with a few other medicines (see Supprelin LA Drug Interactions).Important Information for Your Healthcare Provider
Talk with your healthcare provider prior to receiving this medication if you have:- Depression
- Any allergies, including to foods, dyes, or preservatives.
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
- Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant (see Supprelin LA and Pregnancy)
- Breastfeeding (see Supprelin LA and Breastfeeding).
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all other medications you are taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
(Click Supprelin LA Warnings and Precautions to learn more, including information on who should not use the drug.)
Written by/reviewed by: Susan Lakey, PharmD, MPH
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD