Casodex 50Mg Tablets

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Bicalutamide

Used For

Cancer

How it works

It is a non-steroidal androgen receptor inhibitor. It competitively inhibits the action of androgens by binding to cytosol androgen receptors in the target tissue. Prostatic carcinoma is known to be androgen sensitive and responds to treatment that counteracts the effect of androgen and/or removes the source of androgen.

Dosage

Bicalutamide

Side Effects

Rash, itching or hives on the skin , Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat or other parts of the body , Shortness of breath, wheezing or trouble breathing. Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people): , Pain in your abdomen , Blood in your urine. Yellowing of the skin or whites of your eyes (jaundice). These may be signs of liver problems or in rare cases (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people) liver failure , Changes in ECG (QT prolongation).

Indication

It is used to treat Prostate cancer .

When not to Use

Do not take Bicalutamide:• If you are allergic to bicalutamide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine .• If you are already taking a medicine called cisapride or certain anti-histamine medicines (terfenadine or astemizole).

Precaution

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking if you have: any heart or blood vessel conditions, including heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia), or are being treated with medicines for these conditions. The risk of heart rhythm problems may be increased when using this.

Warning 1

Cases of death or hospitalization due to severe liver injury (hepatic failure) have been reported postmarketing in association with the use of this medicine.

Warning 2

It contains lactose Lactose is a type of sugar. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.

Warning 3

It must not be taken by women, including pregnant women or mothers who are breast-feeding their babies.

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.