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Abirakast 500mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Abiraterone Acetate
Manufacturer : APRAZER HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
30 Tablet(s) In A Bottle
Introduction to Abirakast 500mg Tablet
Abirakast 500mg Tablet contains the active constituent abirakast acetate. It is used in adult men to treat prostate cancer, which has spread to other parts of the body. It is usually given with steroid medication to lower the chances of side effects. When Abirakast 500mg Tablet is prescribed for the early stage of this disorder. It is used with testosterone-lowering treatment. This medicine is not for use in women or children. Effective contraception must be taken throughout the treatment. This medicine contains lactose and sodium. Inform your physician if you are lactose intolerant or on a salt-control diet.
Inform the physician if the patients have liver problems, high blood pressure, heart disorders, low blood potassium, diabetes, allergic conditions, or other diseases. Make sure to inform your physician of all the medicines, including supplements and herbal medicines, you are taking before you start the treatment with this medication.
The most common side effects of this medication are fluid in the feet or legs, high blood pressure, and diarrhoea. A decrease in red blood cells and reduced sex drive may also occur with the intake of Abirakast 500mg Tablet. This medicine should not be taken with Ra-223, which is used to treat prostate cancer.
Uses of Abirakast 500mg Tablet
The Abirakast 500mg Tablet uses are:
- Treatment of prostate cancer
Therapeutic Effects of Abirakast 500mg Tablet
The Abirakast 500mg Tablet works by inhibiting the production of the hormone testosterone in the body. This can slow the growth of prostate cancer.
More Information about Abirakast 500mg Tablet
- This medicine does not require any particular storage condition.
- Keep out of sight and reach of children.
How to consume Abirakast 500mg Tablet
The medicine should always be consumed as per the direction of your physician or pharmacist. The drug should be taken by mouth. It should not be taken with food. Swallow the tablets whole with water without breaking them. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication and must not be eaten for at least 1 hour after taking the medicine. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch this medication without gloves.
Safety Advices for Abirakast 500mg Tablet
Pregnancy
It is unknown if Abirakast 500mg Tablet are safe to take during pregnancy. Please consult your healthcare provider if you have any concerns.
Breast Feeding
It is unknown if Abirakast 500mg Tablet are safe to take during breastfeeding. Please consult your healthcare provider if you have any concerns.
Lungs
Talk to your doctor if you have any lung diseases before taking Abirakast 500mg Tablet, as this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe lung disorders.
Liver
Talk to your doctor if you have any liver diseases before taking Abirakast 500mg Tablet, as this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether alcohol consumption is safe while you are undergoing a Abirakast 500mg Tablet course. It is recommended to consult your doctor for better guidance.
Driving
The Abirakast 500mg Tablet is not likely to affect driving or the use of any tools or machines. So, it's safe to consume Abirakast 500mg Tablet while driving or using machines.
Side Effects of Abirakast 500mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medical treatment. Although all medicines can cause side effects, everyone will not get them.
Serious side effects of Abirakast 500mg Tablet are:
Low blood potassium levels (muscle weakness, muscle twitches, or pounding heartbeat)
Common side effects of Abirakast 500mg Tablet are:
- Fluid in legs or feet
- Low blood potassium
- High blood pressure
- Urinary tract infection
- Diarrhea
- High-fat levels in the blood
- Chest pain
- Irregular heartbeat
- Rapid heart rate
- Bone fracture
- Indigestion
- Blood in urine
- Rash
Word of Advice
Inform the doctor if the patient has any liver, blood pressure, heart disorders, diabetes and medication taken for different medical conditions before taking this medication. The medicine should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. This medication should be taken orally, and it should be taken on an empty stomach. It should not be taken with food and should be swallowed as a whole with water without the tablet. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication, and the patient is advised to eat 1 hour after consuming the medication. Blood pressure, potassium levels, and liver function tests should be monitored regularly while taking this medication.
FAQs
Q 1. How to take an Abirakast 500mg Tablet?
This medication should be taken as prescribed by the doctor, and it should be taken on an empty stomach. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication, and the patient is advised to eat 1 hour after consuming the medication.
Q 2. What are the side effects of Abirakast 500mg Tablet tablets?
The common side effects are fluids in the legs, low blood potassium levels, high blood pressure, urinary tract infection, irregular heartbeat, diarrhoea, rashes and indigestion.
Q 3. Is Abirakast 500mg Tablet a chemotherapy drug?
No, it is not the chemotherapy drug; it is the hormonal treatment used to treat prostate cancer. It prevents the production of testosterone, thereby reducing the growth of prostate cancer.
Q 4. How do Abirakast 500mg Tablet work?
Abirakast 500mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by preventing the production of androgen and thereby inhibiting an enzyme responsible for the production of androgen.
Q 5. Can Abirakast 500mg Tablet worsen liver diseases?
It is not recommended for patients with severe liver conditions as it can worsen the situation. Inform the doctor if the patient has liver disorders before taking this medication.
Q 6. Can Abirakast 500mg Tablet cure prostate cancer?
Abirakast 500mg Tablet does not cure prostate cancer, and it is used to treat prostate cancer which has spread to other parts of the body. It is usually given with steroid medication to lower the chances of side effects. This medication is prescribed at an early stage of the disorder and it is used along with testosterone lowering treatment.
Fact Box of Abirakast 500mg Tablet
| Molecule name: Abiraternone actetate | Therapeutic class: Antineoplastics |
| Pharmacological class: Androstene derivatives | Indications: Prostate cancer |
References
1. Centocor Ortho Biotech Inc, US Food and drug administration, [ Revised date: APR 2011] [ Accessed date: 26 MAY 2022], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/202379lbl.pdf
2. Janssen- Cilag International NV, Electronics Medicine Compendium (emc), [Revised date: SEP 2021] [ Accessed date: 26 MAY 2022] , https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2381.pdf
3. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Natural products in cancer chemotherapy: hormones and related agents, 12th edition, 2011, 1707 - 1709.
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