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Caludec 50mg Tablet
Bicalutamide
Uses of Caludec 50mg Tablet
- Treatment of advanced prostate cancer
Product Description
Introduction to Caludec 50mg Tablet
Caludec 50mg Tablet consists of the active ingredient Bicalutamide. It is used for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. It belongs to the category of drugs called non-steroidal anti-androgens. It is prescribed along with Luteinizing Hormone-Releasing Hormone (LHRH) analog or surgical removal of testicles.
Caludec 50mg Tablet should be taken with or without food but should be taken at a fixed time every day. Dosage of the medication will depend on the condition of the patient. This medication should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Do not overdose this medication as it causes serious side effects and this medicine has to be taken even when the patient is feeling well.
It is a part of androgen deprivation therapy, a combination of radiation, surgical and hormonal therapy in high-risk patients. Androgen deprivation therapy lowers the levels of testosterone considerably. Prostate cancer is sensitive to androgen and hence, this treatment aims to counteract the source and effect of androgen. Report to your physician right away if you experience side effects such as blood in urine or severe allergic reactions due to this treatment.
Therapeutic Effects of Caludec 50mg Tablet
Caludec 50mg Tablet binds to the cytosol androgen receptors and blocks the effect of the androgen hormone. It interrupts the interaction of androgen receptors to hormones testosterone and dihydrotestosterone. This, in turn, blocks the growth of cancer cells in the prostate gland.
Interaction of Caludec 50mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Caludec 50mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Caludec 50mg Tablet
- Store at a temperature not exceeding 30˚C. Keep out of reach of children.
How to consume Caludec 50mg Tablet
Consume the tablet at the same time each day, with or without food.
Safety Advices for Caludec 50mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Caludec 50mg Tablet is not indicated to be used during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Caludec 50mg Tablet is not indicated to be used in breastfeeding women. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting treatment with this medication.
Lungs
Talk to your doctor if you have any lung conditions before starting treatment with Caludec 50mg Tablet.
Liver
Caludec 50mg Tablet could cause hepatic injury. Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you have liver diseases. Your physician will monitor your liver functions regularly.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to use Caludec 50mg Tablet while consuming alcohol. Consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Driving
Avoid driving or using machinery if you experience side effects like drowsiness or dizziness while using Caludec 50mg Tablet.
Side Effects of Caludec 50mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious:
- Severe allergic reactions such as rashes, swelling, wheezing, etc
- Depression
- Heart problems
- Changes in liver enzymes
- Blood in urine
Common:
- Body Pain
- Constipation
- Infection
- Nausea
- Peripheral edema
- Breathlessness
- Enlargement of breasts
- Anaemia
- Dizziness
- Weakness, swelling and breast tenderness
- Weight gain
- Indigestion
- Hair loss
- Low appetite
- Low sex drive
- Blood glucose problem
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