Zoladex

The proper way to use

Goserelin sometimes causes unwanted effects such as hot flashes or decreased sexual ability. However, it is very important that you continue to receive the medicine, even after you begin to feel better. Do not stop treatment with this medicine without first checking with your doctor.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For implants dosage form:
  • For treating cancer of the breast:
    • Adults—3.6 milligrams (mg) (one implant) injected under the skin of the upper abdomen every twenty-eight days.
    • Children up to 18 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by the doctor.
  • For treating cancer of the prostate:
    • Adults—3.6 milligrams (mg) (one implant) injected under the skin of the upper abdomen every twenty-eight days or 10.8 mg (one implant) injected under the skin of the upper abdomen every twelve weeks.
    • Children up to 18 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by the doctor.
  • For treating endometriosis:
    • Adults—3.6 milligrams (mg) (one implant) injected under the skin of the upper abdomen every twenty-eight days for six months.
    • Children up to 18 years of age—Use must be determined by the doctor.
  • For thinning the uterus before surgery of the uterus:
    • Adults—3.6 milligrams (mg) (one implant) injected under the skin of the upper abdomen every twenty-eight days for two doses.
    • Children up to 18 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by the doctor.

Missed Dose

Call your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.

If you miss getting a dose of this medicine, receive it as soon as possible.