Disposable Syringe

Astra Zeneca

In men, Zoladex LA (goserelin) is used for the treatment of prostate cancer. It is also used in women to treat advanced breast cancer, manage endometriosis, and thin the endometrial lining.

Do not use Zoladex LA (goserelin) if you are allergic to any ingredient of Zoladex LA (goserelin) or to similar medications you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding (female) you have vaginal bleeding of unknown cause (female)

Before using Zoladex LA (goserelin), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement if you have any other medical condition

Zoladex LA (goserelin) is not indicated for use in women and children.

Other:  Anxiety; depression; constipation; diarrhea; ulcers; vomiting; gout; excessive hunger, thirst, or urination; weight gain; chills; fever; urinary tract infection; bone pain.

How much medicine you use and how often you use it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Zoladex LA (goserelin) you are using, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the information provided with Zoladex LA (goserelin). Zoladex LA (goserelin) will usually be given by a health care provider in a medical setting. Zoladex LA (goserelin) may occasionally be prescribed for home therapy. If so, carefully follow the storage, preparation, administration, and disposal procedures taught to you by your health care provider. Women -- Pregnancy should be ruled out before you start taking Zoladex LA (goserelin). Women should not become pregnant while taking Zoladex LA (goserelin). Use a nonhormonal method of contraception (eg, condoms) during treatment and until menstruation returns, or for at least 12 weeks. If pregnancy occurs during treatment, stop using Zoladex LA (goserelin) and talk with your health care provider. Women -- Menstruation should stop with the use of Zoladex LA (goserelin). If menstruation persists, talk with your health care provider. Breakthrough bleeding may occur if you miss taking 1 or more doses of Zoladex LA (goserelin). If you are receiving Zoladex LA (goserelin) for breast or prostate cancer, it can cause an initial increase in symptoms (such as bone pain) that should improve after the first few weeks of treatment. Zoladex LA (goserelin) should be used by injection every 28 days. Be sure to keep appointments with health care providers. Zoladex LA (goserelin) may cause dizziness. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Patients with previous conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Zoladex LA (goserelin). Do not stop taking Zoladex LA (goserelin) without checking with your health care provider. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements.

Store Zoladex LA (goserelin) at room temperature. Do not store above 77 degrees F.