Abiratas 500mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Abiratas 500mg Tablet

Abiraterone Acetate(500mg)

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.
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Q. Does Abiratas 500mg Tablet affect liver?
Abiratas 500mg Tablet can cause severe liver problems. In very rare cases, Abiratas 500mg 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 Abiratas 500mg Tablet.
Q. How to take Abiratas 500mg Tablet?
Abiratas 500mg 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 Abiratas 500mg 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)