Is Lupron a photosensitizing drug?

Hello,

There is no mention of photosensitivity during the studies done on Lupron Depot. However, cases of photosensitivity have been reported after the drug was marketed. However, the incidence would be rare (in less than 1% of people)

Thus, the use of a good sunscreen (SPF of at least 30 or 60 if very pale or sensitive skin) to be applied every 2 hours (or every hour if swimming) would be sufficient.

If you have sensitive skin or have certain characteristics that make you susceptible (very pale skin, freckles, blond/red hair, pale eyes, rare tan), then yes I would wait before doing the treatments.

Hope to see you soon,

Sarah-Yan Chagnon, pharmacist