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Proapaci 60mg Tablet
Salt Composition: APALUTAMIDE
- Manufacturer: CIPLA LTD
- Pack Size: 120 TABLET(s) IN A BOTTLE
- Dosage Form: TABLET
- Strength: 60MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Store Proapaci 60mg Tablet in the original package at room temperature (20°C to 25°C) keep the tablets away from the reach of children and pets. If you missed a dose, do not take a double dose for the forgotten dose. If you have overdosed Proapaci 60mg Tablets or someone accidentally takes your tablet, contact the hospital or a doctor immediately for medical advice.
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Product Introduction
Proapaci 60mg Tablet contains Apalutamide as its active ingredient. It is an anti-cancer medication belonging to the androgen receptor inhibitors class. It is indicated for patients with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and remains responsive to medical or surgical treatment that reduces testosterone, or for patients whose cancer has not spread to other parts of the body but no longer responds to medical or surgical treatment that reduces testosterone. Proapaci 60mg Tablet works by blocking the effects of androgens, thereby preventing the growth or spread of cancer cells.
Inform your physician if you experience symptoms of chest pain, indigestion, heart attack, difficulty walking, or numbness in the face and body. Proapaci 60mg Tablet is not recommended in pregnant women as it may cause harm to the unborn child. This medication may be taken with or without food. This medicine may cause fertility problems in males. Males should not father children or donate sperm during treatment and for 3 months after the final dose. Effective birth control methods should be used.
Uses
Proapaci 60mg Uses are: metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer. non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.
How it works
Proapaci 60mg Tablet is a selective androgen receptor (AR) inhibitor that binds directly to the androgen receptor binding domain. It inhibits protein transportation in the nucleus, DNA binding, and AR-mediated transcription. Treatment with Proapaci 60mg Tablet reduces cancer cell growth and increases cell death, resulting in effective anticancer activity.
How to Use
Proapaci 60mg Tablet is an orally administered drug. Take medicine as informed by your physician. It is usually taken with or without food once a day. Take the medicine at around the same time every day. Swallow the tablets whole; do not split, chew, or crush them. Do not stop taking Proapaci 60mg Tablet without talking to your doctor. Your Doctor Will Decide the Proapaci 60mg Dosage.
Side Effects
Proapaci 60mg side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common: Increased cholesterol levels Increased blood pressure Swelling in lower legs or hands Rash and reddening of the skin Decreased body weight and loss of appetite Diarrhea and nausea Muscle pain Tiredness and dizziness Serious: Anemia Heart disease, stroke or mini-stroke Increased blood sugar levels Decreased white blood cells Fractures of bones Seizures and cerebrovascular events Severe skin reactions Falls
References
- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION. (2019). [online] Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/210951s001lbl.pdf [Accessed 13 Jan. 2023].
- 2021 (2021). Apalutamide: MedlinePlus Drug Information . [online] medlineplus.gov. Available at: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a618018.html [Accessed 13 Jan. 2023].
- PATIENT INFORMATION ERLEADA ® (er leeâdah) (apalutamide). (2022). [online] Available at: https://www.janssenlabels.com/package-insert/product-patient-information/ERLEADA-ppi.pdf [Accessed 13 Jan. 2023].
- www.cancer.gov. (2018). Apalutamide - National Cancer Institute . [online] Available at: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/drugs/apalutamide [Accessed 13 Jan. 2023].
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe You should know that Proapaci 60mg Tablet is only for use in men. This drug is not recommended for women, especially if they are or may become pregnant, because it may cause harm to the unborn baby and result in loss of pregnancy. It is better to discuss with a doctor to use of an effective contraceptive method during the treatment and for 3 months after the last dose if your male partner is consumingProapaci 60mg Tablet. It is recommended to consult your physician if you are pregnant already or suspect pregnancy.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is not unknown whether Proapaci 60mg Tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Breastfeeding: unsafe Proapaci 60mg Tablet is not indicated in females. It is unknown whether Proapaci 60mg Tablet are excreted in human milk. It is impossible to rule out a risk for the nursing infant. Proapaci 60mg Tablet should not be used during breastfeeding.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.