Bicalutamide
Bicalutamide is a tablet that you take by mouth. It works as follows:-
Bicalutamide is a type of medication that blocks the effects of male hormones (androgens) in the body. It's used to treat prostate cancer, which is known to grow in response to androgens. Bicalutamide works by attaching to specific receptors for androgens in the body, preventing them from activating. This helps slow down the growth of cancer cells. It's important to note that bicalutamide doesn't stop the production of androgens in the body and may actually increase their levels in the blood.
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Research studies are going on this drug to check if this medicine can be used to treat other type of cancer.
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If you miss a dose of bicalutamide, skip the missed dose and go back to your usual dosing times. Do NOT take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Anemia, Cardiac Failure, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Nausea, Fatigue, Swelling in legs or arms, General pains, Infection, Urinary tract infection, Dizziness
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Other drugs such as Warfarin may interact with bicalutamide. Tell your doctor if you are taking these or any other drug as you may need extra blood tests or your dose may need to be changed.
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Bicalutamide may affect fertility in men. If you plan to have children, discuss this with your doctor before being treated with bicalutamide.
Bicalutamide may damage sperm and may harm the baby if used during pregnancy. It is best for male patients to use birth control during sexual activity with a pregnant woman or a woman who might become pregnant while being treated with bicalutamide and for at least 4 months after the last dose. Tell your doctor right away if your partner becomes pregnant.
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