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Therapeutic Indications Of FIRMAGON Firmagon is a man-made form of a protein that reduces the amount of certain hormones in the body, including testosterone. Firmagon injection is used to treat prostate cancer. It works by decreasing the amount of testosterone in the body, which the tumor needs to grow. Method Of Administration Of FIRMAGON injected under the skin around your stomach. A healthcare provider will give you this injection. On the day of your injection, avoid wearing a belt, tight waistband, or tight clothing around your stomach where the injection will be given. Firmagon is usually given once every 28 days. Follow your doctor's instructions. The first time you receive this medicine, you will be given two injections. At your monthly follow-up visits you will receive only one injection. You will need frequent medical tests. Usual Adult Dose for Prostate Cancer: -Initial Dose: 240 mg administered as 2 subcutaneous injections of 120 mg each at a concentration of 40 mg/mL. -Maintenance Dose: 80 mg administered as 1 subcutaneous injection at a concentration of 20 mg/mL every 28 days. Undesirable Side Effects Of FIRMAGON hot flashes weight gain abnormal liver function tests pain, swelling, redness, itching, or a hard lump where the medicine was injected. Warnings & Special Precautions While Taking FIRMAGON Before you receive Firmagon, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, a personal or family history of "Long QT syndrome," congestive heart failure, or an electrolyte imbalance, such as low or high levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood. Tell your doctor about all other medications you use, especially a heart rhythm medication. Firmagon is usually given once every 28 days. Follow your doctor's instructions. To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood may need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any follow-up visits to your doctor.