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Zoladex La 10.8mg Pre Filled Syringe Of 1 Injection

By ASTRAZENECA PHARMA INDIA LTD

10.8g Injection in Pre Filled Syringe

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Zoladex La 10.8 MG 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.

Product Summary

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Contains	Goserelin Acetate(10.8 Mg)
Uses	Prostate cancer, Breast cancer and endometriosis
Side effects	Rash, weight gain, joint pain, hair loss, hot flushes
Therapy	ANTI-NEOPLASTIC

Check more medicines with composition as Goserelin Acetate(10.8 Mg)

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

prostate cancer
Breast cancer
Endometriosis

Contraindications of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

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

Side effects of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

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

Precautions and Warnings of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

Pregnancy

Is taking the Zoladex injection safe during pregnancy?

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

Breast Feeding

Is it okay to take the Zoladex injection when I'm breastfeeding?

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

Driving

Can I drive after taking the Zoladex injection?

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

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol after taking the Zoladex injection?

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.

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

Mode of Action of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

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 grow...

Directions for Use of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

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

Interactions of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

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

Storage and disposal of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

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 f...

Dosage of Zoladex La 10.8 MG

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.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Sweta Athawale

MBBS

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Shatrugan Ganpatrao

MBBS

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is it safe for children to be given this injection?

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

Q: Will my bone density be permanently affected by this injection?

A: 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.

Q: I have started to get acne on my face. Is it related to Zoladex?

A: 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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ZOLADEX

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30/12/2024

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