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food interaction for Calutide Tablet
alcohol interaction for Calutide Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Calutide Tablet
lactation interaction for Calutide Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Calutide 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Calutide 50 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Calutide 50 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
Information regarding the use of Calutide 50 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Calutide 50mg Tablet
Bicalutamide(50mg)
Calutide tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
How calutide tablet works
Calutide 50 Tablet blocks the effect of the natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells. Calutide 50 Tablet also blocks the undesired effects of androgens in females such as excessive hair growth and acne.
Common side effects of calutide tablet
Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Rash, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Decreased appetite, Dizziness, Hot flashes, Nausea, Weakness, Nocturia (increased urge to urinate during the night), Edema (swelling)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Calutide Tablet
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Expert advice FOR Calutide Tablet
- You have been prescribed Bicalutamide for the treatment of prostate cancer.
- Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time every day.
- It may cause your skin to become light sensitive. Avoid direct exposure to excessive sunlight and use sunscreen when outdoors.
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking Bicalutamide.
- Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor first.
Frequently asked questions FOR Calutide 50mg Tablet
Bicalutamide
Q. Can Calutide 50 Tablet cause infertility?
There is limited data to support that Calutide 50 Tablet causes infertility. Calutide 50 Tablet has been shown to affect fertility in animals and therefore it is assumed that it may cause fertility on humans. Some studies have shown that it affects spermatogenesis (origin and development of the sperm cells).
Q. What should I avoid while taking Calutide 50 Tablet?
Skin sensitivity has been observed in some patients while taking Calutide 50 Tablet. Therefore, you should avoid direct sun exposure, sunlamps, and tanning beds. It is advised to use a sunscreen during treatment with Calutide 50 Tablet.
Q. Is Calutide 50 Tablet a form of chemotherapy?
No, Calutide 50 Tablet is not a form of chemotherapy medicine, it is anti-androgen medicine. Androgens such as testosterone are natural male sex hormones. Calutide 50 Tablet works by blocking the effect of androgens (testosterone) in order to stop the growth and spread of cancer cells.