ZOLADEX 3.6 MG SYRING

Active ingredient: Goserelin acetate

Dosage form: Subcutaneous implant

Concentration: 3.6 mg

Mechanism of action: Zoladex is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist. It works by suppressing the production of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) from the pituitary gland. This leads to a decrease in testosterone production in men and estrogen production in women.

Uses:

Advanced prostate cancer

Locally confined prostate cancer in combination with flutamide

Endometriosis

Endometrial thinning prior to endometrial ablation for dysfunctional uterine bleeding

How to use:

Zoladex is implanted under the skin every 28 days. The injection site is usually the abdomen or upper buttock.

Instructions for self-administration:

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.

Remove the needle cap from the Zoladex syringe.

Gently pinch a fold of skin at the injection site.

Insert the needle into the fold of skin at a 45-degree angle.

Slowly inject the Zoladex solution.

Remove the needle and release the fold of skin.

Apply pressure to the injection site with a sterile cotton ball or gauze.

Please note: If you are unable to self-administer Zoladex, your doctor or nurse can administer it for you.

Additional information:

Zoladex is a prescription medication. It is important to talk to your doctor before starting Zoladex to make sure it is right for you.

Zoladex can cause side effects, such as hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, decreased libido, and mood changes. These side effects are usually mild and go away on their own after treatment is stopped.

If you have any concerns or questions about Zoladex, please talk to your doctor.