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Side effect(s) of Enzalutamide


Review the side-effects of Enzalutamide 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.

   Most Common
- Weakness, fatigue, back pain, diarrhea, joint pain, hot flush, swelling in the extremities, muscle pain, headache, upper respiratory infection, muscle weakness, dizziness, sleeplessness, lower respiratory infection, spinal cord compression, cauda equina syndrome, blood in urine, tingling, anxiety, and high blood pressure.

   Musculoskeletal
- Muscle stiffness.

   Heart
- Hot flush.

   Central Nervous System
- Spinal cord compression, tingling, mental impairment, sleeplessness, anxiety.

   Infections
- Upper respiratory tract infection.

   Genitourinary
- Blood in urine and abnormally frequent urination.

   Skin
- Itching, dry skin.

   Respiratory
- Nosebleed.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Enzalutamide

Enzalutamide(Xtandi) generic is an androgen receptor inhibitor, prescribed for prostate cancer. It blocks testosterone's action.


Trade Names for Enzalutamide

International :


Xtandi
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