Description
CompositionGoserelin 10.8mg
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Medicine Overview of Zoladex Injection
Uses of Zoladex Injection
Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
Zoladex Injection side effects
Common
Hot flashes;
Increased sweating;
Decreased libido
How to use Zoladex Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Zoladex Injection works
Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is a synthetic hormone. It works by reducing the level of testosterone (male hormone). This causes regression of prostate tumor and improves symptoms.
In Depth Information on Zoladex Injection
Expert advice for Zoladex Injection
- Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
- It is a prefilled syringe that is injected under the skin of the abdomen, every 12 weeks.
- It should not be used in females and children.
- It may cause a reduction in bone mineral density and weakened bones. Your doctor may prescribe other medicines to reduce bone loss.
- Inform your doctor if you start to feel depressed or have disturbing thoughts or feelings during treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you suffer from high blood pressure or irregular heartbeat.
Zoladex Injection related warnings
Special precautions for Zoladex Injection
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
caution
Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.
Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
caution
Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is unsafe to use during lactation. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby, or the mother is suffering from a condition in which breastfeeding is not advisable.
Driving
safe
Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
safe
Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is recommended.
Liver
safe
Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Zoladex 10.8 mg Injection is recommended.
