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Abikaas 500mg Tablet
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Abikaas 500mg Tablet
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Introduction
Abikaas 500mg Tablet contains the active constituent abiraterone acetate. It is used in adult men to treat prostate cancer, which has spread to other parts of the body. It is usually given with steroid medication to lower the chances of side effects. When Abikaas 500mg Tablet is prescribed for an early stage of this disorder, it is used with testosterone-lowering treatment. This medicine is not for use in women or children. Effective contraception must be used throughout the treatment. This medicine contains lactose and sodium; inform your physician if you have lactose intolerance or are on a salt control diet.
Inform your physician if you have liver problems, high blood pressure, heart disorders, low blood potassium, diabetes, allergic conditions, or other diseases. Make sure to inform your physician of all the medicines, including supplements and herbal medicines, you are taking before you start the treatment with this medication. The most common side effects of this medication are fluid in the feet or legs, high blood pressure, and diarrhea. A decrease in red blood cells and reduced sex drive may also occur with the intake of Abikaas 500mg Tablet. This medicine should not be taken with Ra-223, which is used to treat prostate cancer.
Uses
Treatment of prostate cancer
How Abikaas 500mg Tablet works
Abiraterone acetate works by inhibiting the production of the hormone testosterone in the body. This can slow the growth of prostate cancer.
Interaction of Abikaas 500mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Abikaas 500mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.
Storage Conditions
This medicine does not require any particular storage condition.
Keep out of sight and reach of children
How to take Abikaas 500mg Tablet
Abikaas 500mg tablet should always be taken as directed by 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 not eaten for at least 1 hour after taking the medication. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch this medication without gloves.
Safety advice
Pregnancy
Abikaas 500mg Tablet is not indicated for use during pregnancy. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch this medication without gloves.
Breast Feeding
Abikaas 500mg Tablet is not indicated to be used in breastfeeding women. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting treatment with this medication.
Lungs
Talk to your doctor if you have any lung conditions before starting treatment with Abikaas 500mg Tablet.
Liver
Talk to your doctor if you have any liver diseases before taking Abikaas 500mg Tablet, as this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to use Abikaas 500mg Tablet while consuming alcohol. Consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Driving
Abikaas 500mg Tablet is unlikely to affect driving or the use of tools or machines.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medical treatment. Although all medicines can cause side effects, not everyone will 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
Expert Tips
Tell your doctor if you have any liver problems, heart conditions, high blood pressure, diabetes, or are taking other medications before starting ABIRATERONE ACETATE.NPP.
Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor — do not change the dose on your own.
Take the tablet on an empty stomach, at least 2 hours after eating, and wait 1 hour before eating again.
Swallow the tablet whole with water — do not break, crush, or chew it.
Regularly monitor your blood pressure, liver function, and potassium levels during treatment.
FAQs
Q1.
What is the correct way to take Abikaas 500mg Tablet?
Abikaas 500mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor, and it should be taken in an empty stomach. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication, and the patient is advised to eat 1 hour after taking it.
Q2.
Can Abikaas 500mg Tablet cure prostate cancer?
Abikaas 500 mg tablet does not cure prostate cancer, and it is used to treat prostate cancer which has spread to other parts of the body. It is usually given with steroid medication to lower the chances of side effects. This medication is prescribed at an early stage of the disorder, and it is used along with testosterone-lowering treatment.
Q3.
Can Abikaas 500mg Tablet worsen liver diseases?
Abikaas 500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver conditions, as it can worsen the situation. Inform the doctor if the patient has liver disorders before taking this medication.
Q4.
What is the mechanism of action of Abikaas 500mg Tablet?
Abikaas 500mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by preventing androgen production and thereby inhibiting the enzyme responsible for it.
Q5.
Is Abikaas 500mg Tablet a chemotherapy drug?
No, Abikaas 500mg Tablet is not a chemotherapy drug, and it is a hormonal treatment used to treat prostate cancer. It prevents the production of testosterone, thereby reducing the growth of prostate cancer.
Q6.
What are the side effects of Abikaas 500mg Tablet?
The common side effects of Abikaas 500mg Tablet are fluid retention in the legs, low potassium levels, high blood pressure, urinary tract infection, irregular heartbeat, diarrhea, rashes, and indigestion.
Fact Box
Molecule name: | Abiraterone acetate |
Therapeutic class: | Antineoplastics |
Pharmacological class | Androstene derivatives |
Indications: | Treatment of prostate cancer |
References
1. Centocor Ortho Biotech Inc, US Food and drug administration, [ Revised date: APR 2011] [ Accessed date: 26 MAY 2022], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/202379lbl.pdf
2. Janssen- Cilag International NV, Electronics Medicine Compendium (emc), [Revised date: SEP 2021] [ Accessed date: 26 MAY 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2381.pdf
3. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Natural products in cancer chemotherapy: hormones and related agents, 12th edition, 2011, 1707 - 1709.
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Written By
Dr. Vikas B S
Pharm D
Reviewed By
Dr. Tejashwin Adiga
MBBS
Last updated : 26 Sep 2026 | 08:41 AM (IST)
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