LUPRON vs LUPRON DEPOT
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$6171.24 /30
~$6171.24 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
LEUPROLIDE ACETATE
LEUPROLIDE ACETATE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Solution
Kit
Drug class
Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Agonist
Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Agonist
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Breast Neoplasms, Endometriosis, Infertility
Breast Neoplasms, Endometriosis, Infertility
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Lupron or Lupron Depot?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $6171.24 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Lupron and Lupron Depot?
Both Lupron and Lupron Depot share the active ingredient Leuprolide Acetate.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.