Product Description
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.
Effective Hormone Therapy for Multiple ConditionsZoladex 10.8 Mg Injection is designed as a long-acting LHRH agonist, offering effective management of hormone-dependent conditions such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, and endometriosis. Each dose delivers consistent-release therapy for up to 12 weeks, reducing the frequency of injections and providing reliable hormonal control.
Convenient Dosage and AdministrationAdministered as a subcutaneous implant, usually placed in the abdominal wall, Zoladex provides a controlled and sustained release of goserelin over 12 weeks. The pre-filled syringe format ensures accurate dosing, while the single-use packaging promotes sterility and convenience during clinical administration.
FAQ's of Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection:
Q: How is Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection administered?
A: Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection is given as a subcutaneous implant, usually in the abdominal wall, by a healthcare professional. The sterile yellowish cylindrical rod is delivered using a pre-filled syringe to ensure accurate placement and dosing.
Q: What are the primary indications for using Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection?
A: Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection is recommended for adults in the treatment of hormone-dependent prostate cancer, carcinoma of the breast, endometriosis, and other hormone-responsive conditions as prescribed by a physician.
Q: When should I receive the next dose of Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection?
A: Each dose of Zoladex 10.8 Mg provides 12 weeks of hormone therapy. You should return to your healthcare provider every 12 weeks (three months) for your next injection, as advised by your doctor.
Q: Where should Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection be stored before administration?
A: Zoladex should be stored below 25C and kept protected from light until it is ready to be used. Ensure it remains in its original packaging to maintain sterility.
Q: What is the recommended process for handling and administering Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection?
A: Only a healthcare professional should handle and administer Zoladex. The implant is provided in a pre-filled syringe for single-use, ensuring precise and sterile subcutaneous implantation.
Q: What are the benefits of using Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection?
A: Zoladex offers long-acting hormonal control, reducing the need for frequent injections. Its convenient once-every-12-weeks dosing helps maintain consistent hormone suppression, which is crucial in treating hormone-responsive cancers and conditions.
Q: Who should not use Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection?
A: Zoladex 10.8 Mg Injection is suitable for adults only and should not be used without a doctor's prescription. It is not intended for pediatric patients, and those with known hypersensitivity to goserelin or similar drugs should avoid use.