Samtide 50mg Tablet

Samtide 50mg Tablet contains the active ingredient bicalutamide. It is used for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. It belongs to the category of drugs called non-steroidal anti-androgens. It is prescribed along with a Luteinizing Hormone-Releasing Hormone (LHRH) analog or surgical removal of testicles. Samtide 50mg Tablet should be taken with or without food but must be taken at a fixed time every day. Dosage of the medication will depend on the condition of the patient. This medication should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Do not exceed the prescribed dose as it causes serious side effects and this medicine must be taken even when the patient is feeling well. It forms part of androgen deprivation therapy, a combination of radiation, surgical and hormonal therapy in high-risk patients. Androgen deprivation therapy lowers the levels of testosterone considerably. Prostate cancer is sensitive to androgen and hence, this treatment aims to counteract the source and effect of androgen. Inform your physician immediately if patients with this condition experience side effects such as blood in urine or severe allergic reactions due to this treatment.

Treatment of advanced prostate cancer

Samtide 50mg Tablet binds to the cytosol androgen receptors and blocks the effect of the androgen hormone. It interrupts the interaction of androgen receptors to hormones testosterone and dihydrotestosterone. This, in turn, blocks the growth of cancer cells in the prostate gland.

Consume the tablet at the same time each day, with or without food.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious: Severe allergic reactions such as rashes, swelling, wheezing, etc Depression Heart problems Changes in liver enzymes Blood in urine Common: Body Pain Constipation Infection Nausea Peripheral edema Breathlessness Enlargement of breasts Anaemia Dizziness Weakness, swelling and breast tenderness Weight gain Indigestion Hair loss Low appetite Low sex drive Blood glucose problem

This medication should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. This medication has to be taken with or without food but it should be taken at a fixed time daily. Inform the doctor about any allergic reactions, kidney, liver, diabetes, blood pressure and other medications taken for different medical conditions before starting this medication. Avoid driving and handling heavy machineries after taking this medication as it causes dizziness and individuals can lack consciousness and alertness. Blood count, blood pressure, liver, kidneys, blood glucose levels should be monitored regularly while using this medication.