Darolutamide

Information about Darolutamide

Darolutamide uses

Darolutamide is used in the treatment of prostate cancer.

How darolutamide works

Darolutamide works by blocking the effects of male reproductive hormone (testosterone) to stop the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Common side effects of darolutamide

Fatigue, Pain in extremity, Rash

Available Medicine for Darolutamide

  • ₹344050
    Bayer Zydus Pharma Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Darolutamide

  • To reduce nausea, take antinausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals. 
  • Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea, and take adequate rest.
  • Avoid getting pregnant and use contraceptives during the treatment and for 1 week after your last dose of Darolutamide.
  • You may be at risk of infection, so try to avoid crowds or people with cold, and immediately report fever or any other signs of infection to your healthcare provider. 
  • You may feel fatigued or dizzy after the treatment with this medicine. Drive only if you are alert, and avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.


Content on this page was last updated on 16 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)