Zoladex 10.8mg Injection
Prescription Required
Manufactured By
astrazeneca
Pack of
1 Injection
Salt Composition
Goserelin
Storage
Keep in cold place
Delivering To:
Overview
Zoladex 10.8mg injection is an anticancer prescription-based medicine regimen used in the treatment of Prostate Cancer in men. It is also given for Breast Cancer, Endometriosis, and Uterine Fibroids in women. This medicine is a synthetic hormone that belongs to luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) agonists. It is used both in men and women but for different purposes.
Indication
Prostate Cancer
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Description
The active ingredient of Zoladex 10.8 mg injection is Goserelin. This compound is a synthetic decapeptide analog of LHRH. It tends to act as a potent inhibitor of pituitary gonadotropin secretion when given in a biodegradable formulation. The result of the same is sustained suppression of LH and serum testosterone levels. The pharmacology of Goserelin has been determined in (both men and women) healthy individuals and patients.
Side Effects
Zoladex 10.8mg injection may cause various side effects during treatment. There are chances when these reactions become serious, contact your doctor immediately in such cases.
Hypersensitivity
Anxiety
Depression
Irregular heartbeat
Breast pain
Tenderness
Increase in blood glucose level
Unusual sweating
Hair growth
Burning sensation in the vagina
Pain during sex in women
How To Use
Zoladex 10.8mg injection is given by your healthcare professional and the dosage is decided by severity of the disease. Do not try to self-administer.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafe
It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking medicine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take Zoladex 10.8mg injection without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Without a doctor's consultation, do not take this medicine if you're breastfeeding.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of the medicine.
Kidney
caution
Do not take Zoladex 10.8mg injection without doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
caution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking this medicine.
Missed Doses
In case of a missed dose, consult your healthcare professional for further guidance.
FAQs
Zoladex 10.8mg injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine. It is prescribed for the treatment of prostate cancer in men and breast cancer, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids in women.
The side effects of Zoladex injection are back pain, skin rash, chest pain, weakness, dizziness, sleepiness, shortness of breath, etc.
In pregnant and breastfeeding women, the injection is not recommended for use without a doctor's consultation because this medicine may cause harm to the unborn.
It may not be safe to drive after taking Zoladex 10.8mg injection because this drug may lead to side effects including dizziness and blurred vision.
If you are having kidney and liver disease, consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
