What medication starting with L reduces ovarian cysts?

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Medication Starting with L

  • Leuprolide acetate is a medication that has been studied for its effect on ovarian cysts 1, 2, 3.

Effect on Ovarian Cysts

  • Leuprolide acetate, a GnRH agonist, has been shown to be effective in treating persistent ovarian cysts 1.
  • However, it has also been associated with ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome in some cases 2.
  • The combination of leuprolide acetate and norethindrone acetate has been found to minimize cyst formation during ovarian stimulation 3.

Comparison with Other Medications

  • Yaz (drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol) has been compared to Ovocept-LD in the treatment of simple ovarian cysts, and was found to have a significantly greater effect 4.

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