What Is Zoladex Depot Implant Used For?
Zoladex Depot implant (Goserelin acetate implant) is a synthetic hormone used to treat symptoms of prostate cancer in men and breast cancer or endometriosis in women. Zoladex Depot Implant can be purchased at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
What Is The Composition Of Zoladex Depot Implant?
The active substance of Zoladex Depot Implant is Goserelin. Each Zoladex 10.8 mg Implant contains 10.8mg of Goserelin.
The other ingredient includes; Lactide/glycolide copolymer which is an inactive substance.
Zoladex Depot Implant comes as an implant (a very small pellet) in a pre-filled syringe that is ready to be used by the doctor or nurse.
How does Zoladex Depot Implant Work?
Zoladex Depot implant contains Goserelin as the active substance. Goserelin is a luteinising hormone blocker, which is a type of hormone therapy. This means that it prevents the pituitary gland from secreting the luteinizing hormone (LH). This prevents the testicles from producing testosterone, the male sex hormone.
How Long Does A Zoladex Depot Implant Last?
Zoladex Depot Implant is a goserelin acetate preparation that is designed to work in the body for 12 to 13 weeks after each injection. The majority of people will require one injection every 12 to 13 weeks of treatment.
What Happens After Taking the First Dose Of Zoladex Depot injection?
After receiving goserelin, you may notice some redness or bruise at the injection site, but this should go away within a few hours. Bruising may appear for a few days in some cases. Some women notice a change in the size of their breasts.
What Are The Side Effects Of Zoladex Depot Injection?
• Injection site injuries
• Depression
• High blood sugar level.
• Raised the level of calcium in your blood.
• Long QT syndrome is a rare but serious problem with heart rhythm.
• Severe cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) issues, such as a stroke or heart attack.
What Is The Price Of Zoladex Depot Injection?
The price of Zoladex Depot injection is listed as ₦165,100 on Drugstore.ng
Where Can I Buy Zoladex Depot Injection?
Buy Zoladex Depot Injection at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
