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Abiraterone acetate
Latest prescription information about Abiraterone acetate. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Abiraterone acetate
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International- Zytiga. This medication is a chemotherapy agent, prescribed for prostate cancer either alone or with other medications (prednisone). When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 1000mg once daily with prednisone 5mg. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, high blood pressure, decrease in blood potassium level, adrenal gland insufficiency, liver or kidney disease, elderly, and in children. * Monitor liver function, adrenocortical insufficiency, regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Most Common- Joint swelling, decrease in blood potassium level, fluid retention, muscle discomfort, hot flush, diarrhea, urinary tract infection, cough, high blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm, urinary frequency, night time urination, indigestion and upper respiratory tract infection. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (20° to 25°C), and in an airtight container. |
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