Uniprost 250mg Tablet

Uniprost 250mg Tablet contains Abiraterone Acetate as its active ingredient. It is prescribed for the treatment of prostate cancer in adult men when the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. This medicine is usually given along with a steroid medication to help reduce the risk of certain side effects. When used in the early stages of prostate cancer, Uniprost 250mg Tablet is administered together with testosterone-lowering therapy. This medication is not intended for use in women or children. Effective contraception should be used throughout the course of treatment. Uniprost 250mg Tablet contains lactose and sodium; therefore, inform your doctor if you have lactose intolerance or are following a sodium-restricted diet. Before starting treatment, tell your physician if you have liver disease, high blood pressure, heart disorders, low potassium levels, diabetes, allergies, or any other medical condition. Also, inform your doctor about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs, herbal products, and dietary supplements you are taking. The most common side effects of Uniprost 250mg Tablet include swelling of the feet or legs due to fluid retention, high blood pressure, and diarrhea. Some patients may also experience a decrease in red blood cell count and reduced sexual drive. This medicine should not be taken together with Ra-223, a medication used in the treatment of prostate cancer.

Treatment of prostate cancer

Uniprost 250mg Tablet works by inhibiting the production of hormone testosterone in the body. This can slow the growth of prostate cancer.

Uniprost 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 the doctor if the patient has any liver problems, blood pressure, heart disorders, diabetes and medication taken for different medical conditions before taking Uniprost 250mg Tablet. The medicine should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. This medication should be taken orally in an empty stomach. It should not be taken with food and swallow the tablet as a whole with water without breaking them. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication and the patient is advised to eat after 1hr after consuming the medication. Blood pressure, potassium levels, liver function tests should be monitored regularly while taking this medication.