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Zoyadec 100mg Injection


Product introduction

Zoyadec 100mg Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of osteoporosis in post-menopausal women. It helps strengthen the bones which become thin and brittle due to osteoporosis.

Zoyadec 100mg Injection is generally given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.

Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as edema (swelling of legs, ankle, and feet), fluid retention, nausea, acne, and breast enlargement. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.

Benefits of Zoyadec Injection

In Treatment of Post menopausal osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause (end of a woman's menstrual cycles) and is known as post-menopausal osteoporosis. Zoyadec 100mg Injection helps to keep your bones strong and healthy and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. It also helps maintain bone density and reduces your risk of bone fracture. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Zoyadec Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zoyadec

  • Edema (swelling)
  • Nausea
  • Breast enlargement
  • Acne

How to use Zoyadec Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Zoyadec Injection works

Zoyadec 100mg Injection is an anabolic steroid which mimics the effect of male hormone (testosterone). It works by strengthening the bones which become thin and fragile due to osteoporosis.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zoyadec 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Zoyadec 100mg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zoyadec 100mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Zoyadec 100mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zoyadec 100mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Zoyadec 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zoyadec 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Zoyadec Injection?

If you miss a dose of Zoyadec 100mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Zoyadec 100mg Injection
₹190.0/Injection
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Aumento Injection
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Ledec 100mg Injection
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Deca-Duralin 100mg Injection
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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Zoyadec 100mg Injection for the treatment of osteoporosis in women after menopause.
  • It is given as an injection into muscle of upper arm or leg by your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop male characteristics such as hoarseness, increased hair growth, acne and increased sex drive.
  • Do not take Zoyadec 100mg Injection if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Anabolic steroid
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Anabolic steroid

Patient concerns

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I had hot flash, sweating and ganrahat
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
Seems like post menopausal syndrome. Visit a gynaecologist.
Ovaries taken out chest pain and intense sweat high heart beats
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
These are the symptoms of menopause. Consult a gynaec nearby and discuss about post menopausal therapy
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References

  1. Drugs.com. Nandrolone Decanoate. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 3 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
Country of origin: India

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1.0 Injection in 1 vial
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