About goserelin acetate
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist
Used for
- Hormone-sensitive prostate cancer
- Endometriosis
- Uterine fibroids before surgery
- Breast cancer in selected premenopausal patients
Usual adult dose
3.6 mg implant under the skin every 28 days; dose and duration depend on the condition.
Common side effects
- Hot flushes and sweating
- Reduced sex drive
- Headache
- Injection-site reactions
Important warnings
- May initially worsen cancer symptoms, including bone pain or urinary problems.
- Can cause bone thinning, especially with prolonged treatment.
- May affect blood sugar and heart rhythm.
- Rarely, may cause severe allergic reactions or pituitary apoplexy.
Pregnancy
Do not use during pregnancy; it may harm the fetus. Pregnancy should be excluded before treatment.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment.
Interactions
- Medicines that prolong the QT interval may increase heart-rhythm risk.
- Tamoxifen or other hormonal cancer treatments may alter treatment effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.