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Testolactone

Latest prescription information about Testolactone. 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 : Testolactone
Pronunciation : TES-toe-LAK-tone
Trade Name(s): 
International- Teslac.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is an antineoplastic agent, prescribed for breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Contraindicated in men with breast cancer, and known hypersensitivity.


When it is to be taken : 
PO- The recommended dose is 250 mg three times per day.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, kidney disease, or liver problems, high levels of calcium in blood, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Side Effects : 
Redness of the skin, increase in blood pressure, tingling, uneasiness, pain, swelling in the extremities, tongue inflammation, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store at controlled room temperature 25°C.

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