Zoladex 3.6 Injection

Zoladex 3.6 Injection is used for the treatment of prostate cancer in men and for breast cancer, endometriosis and uterine fibroids in women. In combination with some other medicine, it is used in the treatment of female infertility.

Zoladex 3.6 Injection 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 can also cause sexual dysfunction, decreased libido, and urinary tract disorders. 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. Women might experience vaginal bleeding during the initials days of treatment, which will stop on its own. Consult with your doctor, if this bothers you or does not go away.

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.

USES OF ZOLADEX INJECTION

• Prostate cancer
• Endometriosis
• Breast cancer
• Uterine fibroids
• Precocious puberty (premature puberty)
• Female infertility

BENEFITS OF ZOLADEX INJECTION

In Breast cancer

Zoladex 3.6 Injection relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipple or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on cancer to stop its growth.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ZOLADEX INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zoladex

• Decreased libido
• Erectile dysfunction
• Depression
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• High blood pressure
• Breast atrophy
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Hot flushes
• Sexual dysfunction
• Urinary tract disorder
• Lethargy
• Pain
• Edema (swelling)
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Rash
• Sweating
• Decreased appetite
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Heart failure
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Vaginal inflammation
• Emotional lability
• Acne
• Breast enlargement
• Pelvic discomfort
• Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
• Pain during periods
• Uterine bleeding

HOW TO USE ZOLADEX INJECTION

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

HOW ZOLADEX INJECTION WORKS

Zoladex 3.6 Injection is a synthetic hormone. In men, it works by reducing the level of testosterone (male hormone) which causes regression of prostate tumor and improves symptoms. In women, it suppresses the level of estradiol (female hormone) which helps treat advanced breast cancer, endometriosis and uterine fibroids. It also reduces the thickness of the endometrium, which is the uterus lining, prior to surgery.