Relugonat 120mg Tablet

Relugonat 120mg Tablet contains relugolix, an active ingredient that belongs to the class of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonists. It is indicated for the treatment of adults with advanced hormone-sensitive prostate cancer. Inform your doctor if you have severe kidney disorder prior to using this medicine. Discuss with your doctor if you have an allergy to relugolix, sodium, or any other ingredients in the formulation. Speak with your doctor if you have bone disorder or weakened bone, as long-term use of this medicine may result in decreased bone density in males due to testosterone suppression. If you are attempting to father a child, inform your doctor; use an effective contraceptive method during treatment, as the medicine may cause fertility problems in males. Discuss with your doctor if you have heart problems before using this medicine. This medicine is not indicated for use in pregnant women or breastfeeding women, and it may increase the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes in pregnant women.

Advanced hormone-sensitive prostate cancer

Relugonat 120mg Tablet can competitively bind to pituitary GnRH receptors, thereby reducing the release of luteinising hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which results in a reduction of testosterone levels in men with prostate cancer.

Take the Relugonat 120mg Tablet as your physician advises. Usually, the tablets will be taken with or without food. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Hot flushes Increased blood sugar levels Increased blood fat (triglyceride) levels Muscle and joint pain Decreased blood hemoglobin levels Increased liver enzymes Tiredness Constipation Diarrhea Dizziness Headache Nausea Rash Fatigue low red cell count (anemia) Breast enlargement in men (gynecomastia) Sleeplessness Depression High blood pressure Increased sweating Decreased interest in sex Increased weight

Inform your doctor if you have a liver problem or are going to take a liver function test; it can alter the results of the patients. Drink enough water and take electrolytes to compensate for the water loss during the diarrhea. It is recommended to avoid junk foods and eat fibre-rich foods to manage constipation. Getting adequate rest can help you to reduce muscle and joint pain and tiredness. Your doctor might recommend you monitor the treatment progress by PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test. Monitor your blood pressure and glucose levels during the medication.