Abirakast 250mg Tablet

Abirakast 250mg Tablet contains abiraterone acetate. It is used in adult men to treat prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. It is usually given with steroid medication to reduce the risk of side effects. When Abirakast 250mg Tablet is prescribed for early-stage disease, it is used with testosterone-lowering treatment. This medicine is not for use in women or children. Effective contraception must be used throughout treatment. This medicine contains lactose and sodium; inform your doctor if you have lactose intolerance or follow a salt-restricted diet. Inform your doctor if patients have liver disease, high blood pressure, heart disorders, low blood potassium, diabetes, allergic conditions, or other medical conditions. Ensure you inform your doctor of all medicines, including supplements and herbal medicines, you are taking before starting treatment with this medication. The most common side effects are fluid retention in feet or legs, high blood pressure, and diarrhoea. A decrease in red blood cells and reduced libido may also occur with Abirakast 250mg Tablet. This medicine should not be taken with Ra-223, which is used to treat prostate cancer.

Treatment of prostate cancer

Abirakast 250mg Tablet functions by inhibiting the production of the hormone testosterone in the body. This action can slow the growth of prostate cancer.

Abirakast 250mg Tablet medicine should always be consumed as per the direction of your physician or pharmacist. The drug should be taken by mouth. It should not be taken with food. Swallow the tablets whole with water without breaking them. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication and must not be eaten for at least 1 hour after taking the medicine. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch this medication without gloves.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medical treatment. Although all medicines can cause side effects, everyone will not get them. Serious: Low blood potassium levels (muscle weakness, muscle twitches, or pounding heartbeat) Common Fluid in legs or feet Low blood potassium High blood pressure Urinary tract infection Diarrhea High-fat levels in the blood Chest pain Irregular heartbeat Rapid heart rate Bone fracture Indigestion Blood in urine Rash

Inform your doctor if the patient has liver problems, high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or is taking other medications. Take Abirakast 250mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take the medicine orally on an empty stomach. Do not take it with food. Swallow the tablet whole with water. Make sure you do not break, crush, or chew it. Eat food at least 2 hours before taking the tablet. After taking the tablet, wait at least 1 hour before eating.