Zoladex LA 10.8mg Injection

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	AstraZeneca
Active Ingredient	Goserelin acetate (10.8mg)
Storage	Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
Chemical Class	GNRH Analogue
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	HORMONES
Action Class	GNRH agonists/analogue
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	764

FAQ

Is Zoladex LA 10.8mg chemotherapy?

Zoladex LA 10.8mg is a chemotherapeutic agent used in the treatment of hormone-sensitive cancers of the breast (in pre- and peri- menopausal women) and prostate, and some benign gynecological disorders (endometriosis, uterine fibroids and endometrial thinning). In addition, it is used in assisted reproduction and in the treatment of precocious puberty

How long can I take zoladex for?

It is given once or multiple times as required. Please consult your doctor before taking the drug

What is Zoladex LA 10.8mg implant?

Zoladex LA 10.8mg implants contain the active ingredient Zoladex LA 10.8mg acetate and are injected under the surface of the skin on the stomach

Can I take paracetamol/ibuprofen/noethisterone with zoladex?

Yes you can take paracetamol/ibuprofen/noethisterone with zoladex.

What if you forget to take Zoladex Injection?

If you miss a dose of Zoladex LA 10.8mg, please consult your doctor.\n

Zoladex LA 10.8mg Injection Reviews

Zoladex LA 10.8mg is used for the treatment of prostate cancer in men.

Zoladex LA 10.8mg is given as an injection under the skin by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Hot flashes are a very common side effect of this medicine. It may also cause injection site reactions such as pain, swelling, and redness. The long-term use of medicine may cause weakened bones and a reduction in bone mineral density. You are advised to take vitamin D and calcium supplements while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have a history of drinking alcohol and diabetes. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

How Zoladex LA 10.8mg Injection Works

Zoladex LA 10.8mg is a synthetic hormone. It works by reducing the level of testosterone (male hormone). This causes regression of prostate tumor and improves symptoms.

How to Use Zoladex LA 10.8mg Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Zoladex LA 10.8mg Injection

In Prostate cancer: Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Zoladex LA 10.8mg decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.

Uses of Zoladex LA 10.8mg Injection

Prostate cancer

Zoladex LA 10.8mg Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^SAFE

Zoladex LA 10.8mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Breast feeding ^UNSAFE

Zoladex LA 10.8mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Zoladex LA 10.8mg. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Zoladex LA 10.8mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zoladex LA 10.8mg is recommended.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Zoladex LA 10.8mg is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Zoladex LA 10.8mg is recommended.

Pregnancy ^UNSAFE

Zoladex LA 10.8mg is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you start to feel depressed or have disturbing thoughts or feelings during treatment with this medicine.
It is a prefilled syringe that is injected under the skin of the abdomen, every 12 weeks.
Zoladex LA 10.8mg is used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
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 suffer from high blood pressure or irregular heartbeat.
It should not be used in females and children.