Review the side-effects of Bicalutamide as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Body as a Whole- Pain (general), back pain, weakness, pelvic pain, infection, abdominal pain, chest pain headache, flu like syndrome, fever and chills.
Heart- Hot flashes, high blood pressure, chest pain and congestive heart failure.
Gastrointestinal- Constipation, nausea, diarrhea, increased liver enzyme, indigestion, flatulence, loss of appetite, vomiting, blood in stool, dry mouth, difficulty in swallowing and gastrointestinal disorder.
Blood- Anemia.
Metabolic- Swelling in the extremities, weight loss, increased blood sugar level, weight gain, blood urea nitrogen and dehydration.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle/joint pain, leg cramps and fractures.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, drowsiness, tingling, sleeplessness, anxiety, confusion, decreased libido, nervousness and depression.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, increased cough, inflammation of pharynx/bronchus/nose/sinus, asthma and nosebleed.
Skin - Rash, sweating, dry skin, hair loss, itching and skin cancer.
Genitourinary- Blood in urine, urinary tract infection, breast enlargement in male, impotence, painful urination, breast pain, increased urinary frequency, urinary retention and urinary incontinence.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Body as a Whole- Pain (general), back pain, weakness, pelvic pain, infection, abdominal pain, chest pain headache, flu like syndrome, fever and chills.
Heart- Hot flashes, high blood pressure, chest pain and congestive heart failure.
Gastrointestinal- Constipation, nausea, diarrhea, increased liver enzyme, indigestion, flatulence, loss of appetite, vomiting, blood in stool, dry mouth, difficulty in swallowing and gastrointestinal disorder.
Blood- Anemia.
Metabolic- Swelling in the extremities, weight loss, increased blood sugar level, weight gain, blood urea nitrogen and dehydration.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle/joint pain, leg cramps and fractures.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, drowsiness, tingling, sleeplessness, anxiety, confusion, decreased libido, nervousness and depression.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, increased cough, inflammation of pharynx/bronchus/nose/sinus, asthma and nosebleed.
Skin - Rash, sweating, dry skin, hair loss, itching and skin cancer.
Genitourinary- Blood in urine, urinary tract infection, breast enlargement in male, impotence, painful urination, breast pain, increased urinary frequency, urinary retention and urinary incontinence.
Other Precautions :
Limit the intake of alcoholic beverages.Drug Name : Bicalutamide
Bicalutamide(Casodex) generic is a non-steroidal anti-androgen, prescribed for prostate cancer. It blocks testosterone action.Trade Names for Bicalutamide
India :
Bicares |
Utamide |
Ablu (50 mg) |
Bical (50 mg) |
Caluran |
Caludec |
Calutide 50 |
Calutide 50 |
Cosalon |
Netide |
Macabi |
Tabi (50 mg) |
Biprosta |
Calutide-50 (50mg)
International :
Casodex
