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Side effect(s) of Goserelin


Review the side-effects of Goserelin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Genitourinary
- Vaginal bleeding and dryness, increase in menstrual bleeding, hot flushes, sexual dysfunction and breast swelling/tenderness.

  Central Nervous System
- Headache, emotional lability, depression, sleeplessness, dizziness and tingling.

  Miscellaneous
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Joint pain, sweating and injection site reactions.

Other Precautions :

Monitor bone mineral density regularly.

Drug Name : Goserelin

Goserelin(Zoladex Inj) generic is a synthetic analogue of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist, used to suppress production of the sex hormones (testosterone and estrogen), prescribed for the treatment of endometriosis, breast and prostate cancer.


Brand Names or Trade Names of Goserelin


International :


Zoladex Inj, Zoladex La Vial
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