Lupride Depot 45mg Injection is administered by a qualified medical professional as an injection under the skin The dosage and frequency of administration will be determined by your doctor depending on your specific treatment needs It is important to follow your doctors instructions exactly as taking the medication incorrectly or taking too much can lead to serious side effects It may take some time potentially several weeks or months to experience the benefits of the medication so it is important not to stop taking it unless instructed to do so by your doctor Common side effects of this medication include decreased libido increased sweating fatigue muscle weakness and hot flashes Prolonged use of the medication may lead to weakened bones and a decrease in bone mineral density It is recommended to take vitamin D and calcium supplements while taking this medication Menstrual periods may also stop for a period of 712 weeks while on this treatment so it is important to inform your doctor if menstrual bleeding continues during this time Before starting this medication inform your doctor if you have a history of alcohol consumption smoking or osteoporosis Additionally it is important to let your healthcare team know about all the medications you are currently taking as there may be potential interactions with this medication It is not recommended to use this medication during pregnancy or while breastfeeding It is crucial for both males and females to use effective contraception during treatment to avoid pregnancy