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Zoladex 3.6mg Injection

1 Injection(s) in Pre Filled Syringe

MRP9754.00

7900.74

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Zoladex 3.6mg Injection
Zoladex 3.6mg Injection
Zoladex 3.6mg Injection

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ASTRAZENECA PHARMA INDIA LTD

Dosage

INJECTION

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Goserelin Acetate(3.6 Mg)
Uses
Prostate cancer, Breast cancer and endometriosis
Therapy
Drugs for uterine fibroids, drugs for female infertility, anti-neoplastic, drugs for endometriosis
Side effects
Rash, weight gain, joint pain, hair loss, hot flushes
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Zoladex injection contains a medicine called goserelin, which belongs to a group called 'LHRH analogues'. It has multiple uses in treatment of prostate cancer, breast cancer, in endometriosis and is used in both men and women and must only be taken under medical supervision.

Uses

  • prostate cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Endometriosis

Contraindications

  • Allergy to goserelin or other contents of this injection
  • Pregnancy
  • Breastfeeding
  • Children

Side effects

  • Rash
  • Shortness of breath
  • Sweating or hot flushes
  • Pain at injection site
  • Reduced sex drive
  • Hair loss

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Due to the risk for harm to the growing baby or abortion, this injection is not advised for use in pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Treatment with Zoladex injection is not recommended in breastfeeding or nursing mothers.

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Driving

Zoladex administration does not have any influence on the ability to drive or use machines

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Alcohol

Alcohol consumption and Zoladex can both worsen the chance of bone density reduction. So, you should consult a doctor about the safety of taking alcohol after taking Zoladex.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have any illness that can affect bone strength or density
  • You are facing issues with your back or while urinating
  • You smoke or drink alcohol and have a poor diet
  • You have another disease that you are being treated for
  • You are previously taking any medications, including the herbal ones
  • You experience pain in the bones after taking Zoladex
  • You get vaginal bleeding after taking the injection and it does not stop
  • You feel very sick or thirsty after taking Zoladex
  • You have a family history of osteoporosis
  • You have a high blood pressure condition or have heart problems
  • You have issues with blood vessels or heart rhythm
  • You have diabetes
  • You notice pain in the stomach or swelling after taking Zoladex

Directions for Use

  • The implant will be injected after every couple days by the doctor or a nurse
  • Do not inject it yourself
  • Take the treatment as long as the doctor prescribes
  • You should remind your doctor or nurse of the next appointment
  • If it has been more than 28 days since your previous injection, make an appointment with your doctor right away
  • Keep taking the injection even if you feel well after taking it

Storage and disposal

Do not store the injection above 25°C. Ensure that it is out of sight and reach of minors. Do not use the tablets after the expiration date. Do not throw the leftover medicine away in the garbage or flush it down the drain. Ask the pharmacist how to correctly dispose of old medications.

Dosage

Overdose

In the event of an overdose, inform your doctor immediately if you do not feel well. No particular undesirable effects have been identified due to this.

Missed a Dose

If you forget to take the injection as planned, you should ask your doctor immediately and book another appointment.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Zoladex injection contains goserelin. This medicine acts by inhibiting the secretion of chemicals called gonadotropins from the pituitary gland in the brain, which has been shown to reduce tumour growth in animal studies. It also reduces amount of sex hormones in the body that help with conditions like endometriosis, or in infertility.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Medicines used in heart conditions given with Zoladex can disturb the regular heart rhythm
  • Caution must be exercised when giving the injection with other medicines like those used in heart conditions, in treatment of psychosis, methadone, moxifloxacin, etc
  • Concomitant use of bisphosphonates has been found to reduce bone loss due to Zoladex
  • Non-hormonal contraceptives should not be used while being treated with Zoladex
  • Gonadotropins combined with Zoladex can cause exaggerated response to hormones in the body

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Zoladex is not recommended for use in children due to lack of safety data.

Zoladex can cause reduction in bone calcium levels due to which the bone density may reduce during treatment. This is likely to improve after the therapy is stopped. Few other medicines may be prescribed with this to avoid bone density loss.

Zoladex has been very commonly found to induce acne, especially in women. This has been observed within one month of starting the therapy. Consult you doctor for this.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:ZOLADEX

Manufacturer Name:ASTRAZENECA PHARMA INDIA LTD

Address:Astrazeneca Uk Ltd Maccies Told, Cheshire, Sk10 2Na Uk

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Zoladex 3.6 MG Injection (1) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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