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Lupron Depot-PED

Generic: leuprolide acetate

Verified·Apr 23, 2026
Manufacturer
AbbVie
NDC
0074-9694
RxCUI
1115447
ICD-10 indication
E30.1

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About Lupron Depot-PED

What is this medication?

Lupron Depot-PED is a prescription medication primarily used to treat children with central precocious puberty, also known as CPP. This condition occurs when a child's body begins the process of changing into that of an adult too early, typically before age 8 in girls and age 9 in boys. By administering this medication, healthcare providers aim to temporarily pause the physical signs of puberty, such as breast development or voice changes, and slow down the rapid bone growth that can lead to shorter adult height.

The medication works as a gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist, which means it helps regulate the hormones responsible for puberty. It functions by decreasing the levels of estrogen in girls and testosterone in boys to a range typically seen in prepubertal children. Lupron Depot-PED is delivered as an intramuscular injection by a medical professional at regular intervals, which may occur every month, every three months, or every six months depending on the specific formulation prescribed.

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for Lupron Depot-PED. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Nov 14, 2025

Indications and usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE LUPRON DEPOT-PED is indicated for the treatment of pediatric patients with central precocious puberty (CPP). LUPRON DEPOT-PED is a gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist indicated for the treatment of pediatric patients with central precocious puberty. ( 1 )
Dosage and administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Must be administered by a healthcare professional. ( 2.1 ) Select appropriate LUPRON DEPOT-PED syringe for the intended dosing frequency and administer intramuscularly. ( 2.1 ) For 1-month administration: Starting dose is 7.5, 11.25, or 15 mg based on the patient’s weight. ( 2.2 ) For 3-month administration: Doses are either 11.25 or 30 mg. ( 2.3 ) For 6-month administration: Dose is 45 mg. ( 2.4 ) Monitor hormonal and clinical parameters during treatment to ensure adequate suppression. ( 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 ) Rotate injection site periodically. ( 2.5 ) See Full Prescribing Information for administration and reconstitution instructions. ( 2.5 , 2.6 ) Figure 1 Figure 2 blue line syringe shake Figure 5 lupro loc click one 2.1 Important Dosing Information LUPRON DEPOT-PED must be administered by a healthcare professional. Individualize the dose of LUPRON DEPOT-PED for each patient. Select the appropriate LUPRON-DEPOT PED syringe for the intended dosing frequency and administer intramuscularly. Each LUPRON DEPOT-PED strength and formulation has different release characteristics. Do not use partial syringes or a combination of syringes to achieve a particular dose. In the case of inadequate suppression of pituitary gonadotropins and peripheral sex steroids with a maximal dosage, consider other available gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists indicated for the treatment of central precocious puberty. Discontinue LUPRON DEPOT-PED at the appropriate age of onset of puberty. 2.2 Dosage and Recommended Monitoring for 1-Month Administration Administer LUPRON DEPOT-PED 7.5 mg, 11.25 mg, or 15 mg for 1-month administration as a single-dose intramuscular injection once every month. The starting dose is based on the patient's weight (see Table 1). Table 1. Dos age Recommendations Based on Body Weight for LUPRON DEPOT-PED for 1- M onth A dministration Body Weight Once Monthly Recommended Dos ag e Less than or equal to 25 kg 7.5 mg Greater than 25 kg up to 37.5 kg 11.25 mg Greater than 37.5 kg 15 mg The dosage may need to be adjusted with changes in body weight. If adequate hormonal and clinical suppression is not achieved with the starting dose, increase the dosage to the next available higher dose (e.g., 11.25 mg or 15 mg at the next monthly injection). Monitor response with a GnRH stimulation test, basal luteinizing hormone (LH) or serum concentration of sex steroid levels beginning 1 to 2 months following initiation of therapy, with changing doses, or further as judged clinically appropriate in order to confirm maintenance of efficacy. Assess height (for calculation of growth rate) and bone age every 6 to 12 months. 2.3 Dosage and Recommended Monitoring for 3-Month Administration Use LUPRON DEPOT-PED 11.25 mg or 30 mg for 3-month administration once every three months (12 weeks) as a single-dose intramuscular injection. Monitor response with a GnRH stimulation test, basal LH or serum concentration of sex steroid levels at months 2 to 3, month 6 and further as judged clinically appropriate, to confirm maintenance of efficacy. Assess height (for calculation of growth rate) and bone age every 6 to 12 months. 2.4 Dosage and Recommended Monitoring for 6-Month Administration Use LUPRON DEPOT-PED 45 mg for 6-month administration once every six months (24 weeks) as a single-dose intramuscular injection. Monitor response with a GnRH stimulation test, basal LH or serum concentration of sex steroid levels at months 5 to 6 and further as judged clinically appropriate, to confirm maintenance of efficacy. Assess height (for calculation of growth rate) and bone age every 6 to 12 months. 2.5 Important Administration Instructions Administer LUPRON DEPOT-PED as a single-dose intramuscular injection into the gluteal area, anterior thigh, or shoulder. Rotate injection sites within the same region from one injection to the next. Inject immediately after reconstitution. Discard if not used within 2 hours. 2.6 Reconstitution Instructions 1. Visually inspect the LUPRON DEPOT-PED powder and diluent. Do not use the syringe if clumping or caking is evident. A thin layer of powder on the wall of the syringe is considered normal prior to mixing with the diluent. The diluent should appear clear and free from particulate matter. Do not use the diluent if it is not clear or there is particulate matter. 2. To prepare for injection, screw the white plunger into the end stopper until the stopper begins to turn. (see Figure 1 and Figure 2) Figure 1 LuproLoc Safety Device should be activated after product injection, refer to Step 9 (Figure 7). Figure 2 3. Hold the syringe upright. Release the diluent by slowly pushing the plunger for 6 to 8 seconds until the first stopper is at the blue line in the middle of the barrel. (Figure 3) Figure 3 4. Keep the syringe upright. Mix the powder thoroughly by gently shaking the syringe until the powder forms a uniform suspension. The suspension will appear milky. If the powder adheres to the stopper or caking/clumping is present, tap the syringe with your finger to disperse. Do not use if any of the powder has not gone into suspension. (Figure 4) Figure 4 5. Hold the syringe upright. With the opposite hand pull the needle cap upward without twisting. 6. Keep the syringe upright. Advance the plunger to expel the air from the syringe. Now the syringe is ready for injection. 7. After cleaning the injection site with an alcohol swab, administer the intramuscular injection by inserting the needle at a 90 degree angle into the deltoid, gluteal area, or anterior thigh. (Figure 5) Figure 5 NOTE: Aspirated blood would be visible just below the luer lock connection if a blood vessel is accidentally penetrated. If present, blood can be seen through the transparent LuproLoc ® safety device. If blood is present remove the needle immediately. Do not inject the medication. (Figure 6) Figure 6 8. Inject the entire contents of the syringe intramuscularly immediately after reconstitution. The suspension settles very quickly following reconstitution. 9. Withdraw the needle. Once the syringe has been withdrawn, activate immediately the LuproLoc ® safety device by pushing the arrow on the lock upward towards the needle tip with the thumb or finger, as illustrated, until the needle cover of the safety device is fully extended over the needle and a click is heard or felt. (Figure 7) Figure 7
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Hypersensitivity to GnRH, GnRH agonists or any of the excipients in LUPRON DEPOT-PED. Anaphylactic reactions to synthetic GnRH or GnRH agonists have been reported [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . Pregnancy: LUPRON DEPOT-PED may cause fetal harm [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 )] . Hypersensitivity reactions to GnRH, GnRH agonists or any of the excipients in LUPRON DEPOT-PED ( 4 ) Pregnancy ( 4 , 8.1 )
Warnings and precautions
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Initial Rise of Gonadotropins and Sex Steroid Levels: During the early phase of therapy, gonadotropins and sex steroids may rise above baseline because of the initial stimulatory effect of the drug. Therefore, an increase in clinical signs and symptoms of puberty, including vaginal bleeding, may be observed during the first weeks of therapy or after subsequent doses. ( 5.1 ) Psychiatric events : Have been reported in patients taking GnRH agonists. Events include emotional lability, such as crying, irritability, impatience, anger, and aggression. Monitor for development or worsening of psychiatric symptoms. ( 5.2 ) Convulsions : Have been observed in patients with or without a history of seizures, epilepsy, cerebrovascular disorders, central nervous system anomalies or tumors, and in patients on concomitant medications that have been associated with convulsions. ( 5.3 ) Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (SCARs) : Have been reported in patients receiving GnRH agonists, including leuprolide products. Interrupt LUPRON DEPOT-PED if signs or symptoms of SCARs develop. Permanently discontinue LUPRON DEPOT-PED if a SCAR is confirmed. ( 5.4 ) Pseudotumor C erebri (I diopathic I ntracranial H ypertension ): Have been reported in pediatric patients receiving GnRH agonists, including LUPRON DEPOT-PED. Monitor patients for headache, papilledema, and blurred vision. ( 5.5 ) 5.1 Initial Rise of Gonadotropins and Sex Steroid Levels During the early phase of therapy or after subsequent doses, gonadotropins and sex steroids may rise above baseline because of a transient stimulatory effect of the drug [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 )] . Therefore, an increase in clinical signs and symptoms of puberty, including vaginal bleeding, may be observed during the first weeks of therapy or after subsequent doses [see Adverse Reactions ( 6 )] . 5.2 Psychiatric Events Psychiatric events have been reported in patients taking GnRH agonists, including LUPRON DEPOT-PED. Postmarking reports with this class of drugs include symptoms of emotional lability, such as crying, irritability, impatience, anger and aggression. Monitor for development or worsening of psychiatric symptoms during treatment with LUPRON DEPOT-PED [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 ) ] . 5.3 Convulsions Postmarketing reports of convulsions have been observed in patients receiving GnRH agonists, including LUPRON DEPOT-PED. These included patients with a history of seizures, epilepsy, cerebrovascular disorders, central nervous system anomalies or tumors, and patients on concomitant medications that have been associated with convulsions such as bupropion and SSRIs. Convulsions have also been reported in patients in the absence of any of the conditions mentioned above [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 ) ] . 5.4 Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCARs) have been reported in patients receiving GnRH agonists, including leuprolide products [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . These reactions include Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN), drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), including cases with visceral involvement and/or requiring skin grafts. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of SCARs such as fever, flu-like symptoms, mucosal lesions, progressive skin rash or lymphadenopathy. Advise patients and caregivers of the signs and symptoms of SCARs. If a SCAR is suspected, interrupt LUPRON DEPOT-PED. Consult a healthcare provider with expertise in the diagnosis and management of SCARs. If a diagnosis of SCAR is confirmed permanently discontinue LUPRON DEPOT-PED. 5.5 Pseudotumor Cerebri (Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension) Pseudotumor cerebri (idiopathic intracranial hypertension) have been reported in pediatric patients receiving GnRH agonists, including LUPRON DEPOT-PED. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of pseudotumor cerebri, including headache, papilledema, blurred vision, diplopia, loss of vision, pain behind the eye or pain with eye movement, tinnitus, dizziness, and nausea.
Drug interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Drug Interactions No pharmacokinetic-based drug-drug interaction studies have been conducted with LUPRON DEPOT-PED [see C linical P harmacology ( 12.3 ) ] . 7.2 Drug-Laboratory Test Interactions Administration of LUPRON DEPOT-PED in therapeutic doses results in suppression of the pituitary-gonadal system. Therefore, diagnostic tests of pituitary gonadotropic and gonadal functions conducted during treatment and up to six months after discontinuation of LUPRON DEPOT-PED may be affected. Normal pituitary-gonadal function is usually restored within six months after treatment with LUPRON DEPOT-PED is discontinued. 7.1 Drug Interactions No pharmacokinetic-based drug-drug interaction studies have been conducted with LUPRON DEPOT-PED [see C linical P harmacology ( 12.3 ) ] .
Adverse reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described here and elsewhere in the label: Initial rise in gonadotropin and sex steroid levels [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] . Psychiatric Events [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] . Convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] . Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (SCARs) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Pseudotumor Cerebri (Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] Adverse events related to suppression of endogenous sex steroid secretion and injection site reactions including abscess may occur with LUPRON DEPOT-PED 7.5 mg, 11.25 mg, or 15 mg for 1-month administration. ( 6.1 , 6.2 ) In the clinical studies for LUPRON DEPOT-PED 7.5 mg, 11.25 mg, or 15mg for 1-month administration the most common (≥2%) adverse reactions were: emotional lability, headache, general pain, acne/seborrhea, rash including erythema multiforme and vaginitis/vaginal bleeding/vaginal discharge. ( 6.1 ) In the clinical studies for LUPRON DEPOT-PED 11.25 mg or 30 mg for 3-month administration the most common ( > 2%) adverse reactions were: injection site pain, weight increased, headache, mood altered, and injection site swelling. ( 6.1 ) In the clinical study for LUPRON DEPOT-PED 45 mg for 6-month administration the most common (≥4%) adverse reactions were: injection site reactions, headache, psychiatric events, abdominal pain, diarrhea, hemorrhage, nausea and vomiting, pyrexia, pruritus, pain in extremity, rash, back pain, ligament sprain, weight increased, fracture, breast tenderness, insomnia, chest pain, and hyperhidrosis. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact AbbVie Inc. at 1-800-633-9110 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical studies are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical studies of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical studies of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. LUPRON DEPOT-PED for 1-month administration LUPRON DEPOT-PED 1-month administration was evaluated in a pivotal, open label, multicenter study in which 55 (49 female and 6 male) pediatric patients with central precocious puberty were enrolled. The age ranged from 1 to 8 years of age at the beginning of treatment; the mean age for females was 6.8 years (range: 1 to 9 years) and the mean age for males was 7.5 years (range: 4 to 9 years); 61.8% were Caucasian; 20% Black; 1.8% Oriental; and 16.4% Hispanic. Adverse reactions that occurred in ≥2% of patients are shown in Table 2. Table 2. Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥2% in Pediatric Patients with CPP Receiving LUPRON DEPOT-PED 1-month % of Patients (N = 421) Injection Site Reactions Including Abscess* 9 Emotional Lability 5 Headache 3 General Pain 3 Acne/Seborrhea 3 Rash Including Erythema Multiforme 3 Vaginitis/Vaginal Bleeding/Vaginal Discharge 3 Vasodilation 2 * Most events were mild or moderate in severity. Less Common Adverse Reactions The following adverse reactions were reported in less than 2% of the patients and are listed below by body system. Body as a Whole – aggravation of preexisting tumor and decreased vision, allergic reaction, body odor, fever, flu syndrome, hypertrophy, infection; Cardiovascular System – bradycardia, hypertension, peripheral vascular disorder, syncope; Digestive System – constipation, dyspepsia, dysphagia, gingivitis, increased appetite, nausea/vomiting; Endocrine System – accelerated sexual maturity, feminization, goiter; Hemic and Lymphatic System – purpura; Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders – growth retarded, peripheral edema, weight gain; Musculoskeletal System – arthralgia, joint disorder, myalgia, myopathy; Nervous System – hyperkinesia, somnolence; Psychiatric System – depression, nervousness; Respiratory System – asthma, epistaxis, pharyngitis, rhinitis, sinusitis; Integumentary System (Skin and Appendages) – alopecia, hair disorder, hirsutism, leukoderma, nail disorder, skin hypertrophy; Urogenital System – cervix disorder/neoplasm, dysmenorrhea, gynecomastia/breast disorders, menstrual disorder, urinary incontinence. Laboratory : The following laboratory events were reported as adverse reactions: antinuclear antibody present and increased sedimentation rate. LUPRON DEPOT-PED for 3-month administration LUPRON DEPOT-PED for 3-month administration was evaluated in a pivotal, open-label, multicenter, clinical study with 84 randomized pediatric patients with central precocious puberty; 76 (90.5%) were females and 8 (9.5%) were males. The age ranged from 1 to 11 years age at the beginning of treatment; 80/84 (95.2%) were 5 years or older, and female patients were younger than male; the mean age for 11.25 mg and 30 mg groups for females was 7.6 and 7.7 years, and for males 9.3 and 9.4 years, respectively; 58.3% were Caucasian; 22.6% were Black; 7.1% were Asian; 1.2% were Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander; and 10.7% were Multi-race. Adverse reactions that occurred in ≥2% of patients are shown in Table 3. Table 3. Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥2 % in Pediatric Patients with CPP Receiving LUPRON DEPOT-PED for 3-month administration. % 11.25 mg every 3 Months N=42 % 30 mg every 3 Months N=42 % Overall N = 84 Injection site pain 19 21 20 Weight increased 7 7 7 Headache 2 7 5 Mood altered 5 5 5 Injection site swelling 2 2 2 Less Common Adverse Reactions The following adverse reactions were reported in one patient and are listed below by system organ class: Gastrointestinal Disorders – abdominal pain, nausea; General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions – asthenia, gait disturbance, injection site abscess sterile, injection site hematoma, injection site induration, injection site warmth, irritability; Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders – decreased appetite, obesity; Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders - musculoskeletal pain, pain in extremity; Nervous System Disorders – dizziness; Psychiatric Disorders – crying, tearfulness; Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal Disorders – cough; Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders – hyperhidrosis; Vascular Disorders – pallor. LUPRON DEPOT-PED for 6-month administration LUPRON DEPOT-PED for 6-month administration was evaluated in an open-label, multicenter, clinical study with 45 pediatric patients with central precocious puberty; 41 (91%) were females and 4 (9%) were males. The baseline age ranged from 4 to 10 years. There were 30 (67%) Caucasian; 7 (16%) Black; and 1 (2%) Asian. Adverse reactions that occurred in ≥4% of all patients are shown in Table 4. Table 4. Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥4% in Pediatric Patients with CPP Receiving LUPRON DEPOT-PED for 6-month administration. Total (N = 45) n (%) Injection Site Reactions a 35 (78%) Headache b 15 (33%) Psychiatric Events c 10 (22%) Abdominal Pain d 8 (18%) Diarrhea e 7 (16%) Hemorrhage f 6 (13%) Nausea and Vomiting 6 (13%) Pyrexia 6 (13%) Pruritus g 5 (11%) Pain in extremity 4 (9%) Rash 3 (7%) Back Pain 3 (7%) Ligament sprain 3 (7%) Weight increased 3 (7%) Fracture h 2 (4%) Breast tenderness i 2 (4%) Insomnia j 2 (4%) Chest pain 2 (4%) Hyperhidrosis 2 (4%) a Injection site reactions includes the preferred terms injection site pain, injection site erythema, injection site reaction, injection site warmth, injection site bruising, injection site discomfort, and injection site swelling b - Headache includes the preferred terms headache and cluster headache c Psychiatric events includes the preferred terms affect lability, affective disorder, aggression, crying, depressed mood, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, hallucination auditory, mood altered, mood swings, and trichotillomania d Abdominal pain includes the preferred terms abdominal pain, abdominal pain upper, and abdominal discomfort e Diarrhea includes the preferred terms gastroenteritis and diarrhea f Hemorrhage includes the preferred terms contusion, epistaxis, hematochezia, and injection site bruising g Pruritus includes the preferred terms pruritus, vulvovaginal pruritus, nasal pruritus h Fracture includes the preferred terms ankle fracture and tibia fracture i Breast tenderness includes the preferred terms breast pain and breast tenderness j Insomnia includes the preferred terms initial insomnia and insomnia 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of LUPRON DEPOT-PED or GnRH agonists in pediatric patients. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Allergic reactions : anaphylactic, rash, urticaria, and photosensitivity reactions. General disorders and administration site conditions : chest pain, weight increase, decreased appetite, fatigue, injection site reactions including induration, abscess, and necrosis. Laboratory Abnormalities : decreased WBC. Metaboli c : diabetes mellitus. Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue : tenosynovitis-like symptoms, severe muscle pain, arthralgia, epiphysiolysis, muscle spasms, myalgia. Published literature and postmarketing reports indicate that bone mineral density may decrease during GnRH therapy in pediatric patients with central precocious puberty. Published studies indicate that after discontinuation of therapy, subsequent bone mass accrual is preserved and peak bone mass in late adolescence does not seem to be affected. Neurologic : neuropathy peripheral, convulsion, insomnia, pseudotumor cerebri (idiopathic intracranial hypertension). Psychiatric Disorders: emotional lability, such as crying, irritability, impatience, anger, and aggression. Depression, including rare reports of suicidal ideation and attempt. Many, but not all, of these patients had a history of psychiatric illness or other comorbidities with an increased risk of depression. Reproductive System: vaginal bleeding, breast enlargement. Respiratory : dyspnea. Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue : flushing, hyperhidrosis, erythema multiforme, bullous dermatitis, dermatitis exfoliative, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis, and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis. Vascular Disorders : hypertension, hypotension.
Use in pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary LUPRON DEPOT-PED is contraindicated in pregnancy [see Contraindications ( 4 ) ]. LUPRON DEPOT-PED may cause fetal harm, when administered to a pregnant woman, based on findings from animal studies and the drug’s mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 ) ]. The available data from published clinical studies and case reports and from the pharmacovigilance database on exposure to LUPRON DEPOT-PED during pregnancy are insufficient to assess the risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Based on animal reproduction studies, LUPRON DEPOT-PED may be associated with an increased risk of pregnancy complications, including early pregnancy loss and fetal harm. In animal reproduction studies, subcutaneous administration of leuprolide acetate to rabbits during the period of organogenesis caused embryo-fetal toxicity, decreased fetal weights and a dose-dependent increase in major fetal abnormalities in animals at doses less than the recommended human dose based on body surface area using an estimated daily dose. A similar rat study also showed increased fetal mortality and decreased fetal weights but no major fetal abnormalities at doses less than the recommended human dose based on body surface area using an estimated daily dose ( see Data ) . The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the US general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% - 4% and 15% -20%, respectively. Data Animal Data When administered on day 6 of pregnancy at test dosages of 0.00024 mg/kg, 0.0024 mg/kg, and 0.024 mg/kg (doses less than the recommended human dose) to rabbits, leuprolide acetate produced a dose-related increase in malformations comprised primarily of segmental and fusion defects of the skeleton and skull. Similar studies in rats failed to demonstrate an increase in fetal malformations. There was increased fetal mortality and decreased fetal weights with the two higher doses of leuprolide acetate in rabbits and with the highest dose (0.024 mg/kg) in rats.

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How Lupron Depot-PED appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).

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64%

3,526 of 5,509 plans

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Tier 5

On 82% of covering formularies

Prior authorization required

94%

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Tier 1 (preferred generic)32
15%
Tier 2 (generic)2
1%
Tier 4 (non-preferred brand)4
2%
Tier 5 (specialty)178
82%

Step therapy: 0% of formularies

Quantity limits: 38% of formularies

Coverage breadth: 216 of 65 formularies

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