Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3005

USA Brand Name

Zoladex

Strength

3.6mg

Generic Name

Goserelin

Manufacturer

Astrazeneca Pharma

## Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin)

## What Is The Generic Name For Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection:

Goserelin is the generic version for Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin):

Zoladex

## About Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin)

Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Goserelin, which is used in the treatment of advanced prostate cancer.  This medicine is used along with radiation therapy for the treatment of localized prostate cancer. In women, this medicine can be used for palliative treatment of advanced breast cancer, abnormal uterine bleeding, & endometriosis, a condition characterized by abnormal growth of uterine tissue, severe pain, & heavy or irregular periods. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores & must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Astra Zeneca Pharma India Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength :

Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Goserelin, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin):

Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Prostate cancer

Endometriosis

Palliative treatment of breast cancer

Abnormal uterine bleeding

## How Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin) Works:

Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection has an active ingredient; Goserelin is a synthetic hormone which works by reducing the level of testosterone (male hormone). This causes degeneration of prostate tumor and improves symptoms.

## Before You Use Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Goserelin

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin):

You should not take Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have heart problem, kidney disease, and liver disease

Have diabetes

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Injection

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Kidney/ Liver disease

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage :

Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Goserelin, which is used in the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. It is available in various strengths and substitutes & must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take this medicine regularly by time for better results.

## How Much Of The Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin) to Be Used:

As Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection. Do not take the Injection on your own & for longer time than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin):

Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will give you Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection. Kindly do not self administer this medicine.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin):

You are always advised to take Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Injection in smaller or larger amount or for longer than advised by your doctor.

## Overdose :

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your physician immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Since Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated immediately by the doctor if they observe overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the medicine should be taken by the patient as soon as possible. It is strictly advisable to skip the missed dosage of the medicine if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. You must not take double dosage of the medicine to make up for the missed dosage. Since Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dosage is very low.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection (Goserelin):

Hypersensitivity

Fast/irregular heart beat

Trouble breathing

Breast pain and tenderness

Increase in blood glucose level

Bone and joint pain

Unusual sweating

Unwanted hair growth

Anxiety

Hot flashes

Decreased libido

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection. This can produce some unwanted effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are taking other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Clozapine

Amiodarone

Dolasetron

Ivabradine

Efavirenz

It can also interact with following disease condition:

Hypersensitivity

Diabetes

Hepatic impairment

## Warning And Precaution:

Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Liver Diseases

Its use can cause a reduction in bone mineral density and weakened bones

You must always consult your doctor immediately to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

It is not recommended for use in children & adolescents

It is not recommended for female patients

You must always read the information accurately written on the leaflet of medicine

You must always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for shorter or longer period than prescribed by the Doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Zoladex 3.6 Mg Injection at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure that the Injection should be intact & not damaged while storing.