Abirat Tablet
Rs.28116for 1 bottle(s) (120 tablets each)
food interaction for Abirat Tablet
alcohol interaction for Abirat Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Abirat Tablet
lactation interaction for Abirat Tablet
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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.