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Composition FOR Abirat 250mg Tablet

Abiraterone Acetate(250mg)

food interaction for Abirat Tablet

alcohol interaction for Abirat Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Abirat Tablet

lactation interaction for Abirat Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Abirat Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Abirat Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Abirat Tablet 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.
UNSAFE
Abirat Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Abirat 250mg Tablet

Abiraterone Acetate(250mg)

Abirat tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of prostate cancer.

How abirat tablet works

Abirat Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by preventing androgen (male hormone) production in man. This is done by inhibiting an enzyme (CYP17) that is responsible for the production of androgen. This is how it slows down the growth of prostate cancer.

Common side effects of abirat tablet

Edema (swelling), Vomiting, Decreased potassium level in blood, Fatigue, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Urinary tract infection, Diarrhea, High blood pressure, Cough, Joint swelling, Increased levels of blood fat

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Expert advice FOR Abirat Tablet

  • Abiraterone Acetate treats prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.
  • It is usually taken with another medicine called prednisolone to reduce unwanted side effects.
  • It must be taken on an empty stomach. Don't eat any food for at least 2 hours before or 1 hour after your dose.
  • Always use effective birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver function, blood pressure, and the level of potassium in your blood while you are having treatment with this medicine.

Frequently asked questions FOR Abirat 250mg Tablet

Abiraterone Acetate

Q. Can Abirat Tablet cure prostate cancer?
Abirat Tablet does not cure cancer but helps in prolonging and improving the life of the patient. Moreover, when prostate cancer is treated with Abirat Tablet then the frequency of fractures is relatively less. Similarly, the increase in pain is less common with Abirat Tablet.
Q. Is Abirat Tablet a chemotherapy drug?
Abirat Tablet is a hormonal treatment not a chemotherapy drug. It is used to treat prostate cancer in adult men that has spread to other parts of the body. Abirat Tablet stops your body from making testosterone. This can slow down the growth of prostate cancer.
Q. Why do I need to take prednisolone with Abirat Tablet?
Your doctor will always prescribe prednisolone with Abirat Tablet. Taking these two medicines together lowers the risk of getting high blood pressure, fluid retention (having too much water in your body), or having reduced levels of potassium in your blood, which can occur due to Abirat Tablet.
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Q. Does Abirat Tablet affect liver?
Abirat Tablet can cause severe liver problems. In very rare cases, Abirat Tablet may even cause failure of the liver to function (called acute liver failure), which can even lead to death. Tell your doctor if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes, darkening of the urine, or severe nausea or vomiting, as these could be signs or symptoms of liver problems.
Q. How frequently should the liver investigations be done?
Liver enzymes should be measured prior to starting the treatment, every two weeks for the first three months into the treatment, and monthly thereafter. If you develop clinical symptoms or signs suggestive of liver toxicity, liver enzymes should be measured immediately. If the liver enzyme levels are increased beyond certain levels, your doctor may temporarily discontinue the treatment with Abirat Tablet.
Q. How to take Abirat Tablet?
Abirat Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach with water 1 hour before eating or at least 2 hours after eating. Taking it with food may cause increased and variable levels of Abirat Tablet in your blood which can be harmful. Remember not to crush or chew the tablet.

Content on this page was last updated on 11 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)