Abiratas 500mg Tablet
Rs.29272for 1 bottle(s) (60 tablets each)
food interaction for Abiratas Tablet
alcohol interaction for Abiratas Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Abiratas Tablet
lactation interaction for Abiratas Tablet
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Abiratas 500mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Abiratas 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Abiratas 500mg 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
Abiratas 500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE
SALT INFORMATION FOR Abiratas 500mg Tablet
Abiraterone Acetate(500mg)
Abiratas tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
How abiratas tablet works
Abiratas 500mg 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 abiratas 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 Abiratas 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 Abiratas 500mg Tablet
Abiraterone Acetate
Q. Can Abiratas 500mg Tablet cure prostate cancer?
Abiratas 500mg Tablet does not cure cancer but helps in prolonging and improving the life of the patient. Moreover, when prostate cancer is treated with Abiratas 500mg Tablet then the frequency of fractures is relatively less. Similarly, the increase in pain is less common with Abiratas 500mg Tablet.
Q. Is Abiratas 500mg Tablet a chemotherapy drug?
Abiratas 500mg 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. Abiratas 500mg 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 Abiratas 500mg Tablet?
Your doctor will always prescribe prednisolone with Abiratas 500mg 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 Abiratas 500mg Tablet.