Zoladex Information

Zoladex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer. Zoladex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zoladex. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Zoladex are Decreased libido, Breast Enlargement, Ovarian Cysts. Some other side effects of Zoladex have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Zoladex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Zoladex has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Zoladex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zoladex related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Zoladex are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Zoladex with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zoladex is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Zoladex Benefits & Uses
Zoladex Dosage & How to Take
Zoladex Side Effects
Zoladex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zoladex with Other Drugs
Zoladex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zoladex
Zoladex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zoladex Benefits & Uses

Zoladex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Zoladex Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3.6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given upper abdominal wall every 28 days
Adult(Female)	Disease: Endometriosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3.6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: Given upper abdominal wall every 28 days

Zoladex Related Warnings

Is the use of Zoladex safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Zoladex. If you are pregnant, do not take Zoladex without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Zoladex safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Zoladex may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Zoladex should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Zoladex on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Zoladex on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zoladex on the Liver?

Side effects of Zoladex rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zoladex on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Zoladex. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Zoladex with Other Drugs

Zoladex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Amoxicillin

Aripiprazole

Azithromycin

Zoladex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zoladex unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Spinal Cord Injury
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Zoladex

Is this Zoladex habit forming or addictive?

Zoladex does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zoladex as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Zoladex only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Zoladex in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Zoladex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zoladex

There is no information on the effects of taking Zoladex with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zoladex

Information about the interaction of Zoladex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zoladex® (goserelin acetate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 242

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 624-625

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