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Abiroot 250mg Tablet
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Introduction
Abiroot 250mg Tablet contains the active constituent abirakast 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 Abiroot 250mg Tablet is prescribed for the 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 taken throughout the treatment. This medicine contains lactose and sodium. Inform your physician if you are lactose intolerant or on a salt-control diet.
Inform the physician if the patients 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 diarrhoea. A decrease in red blood cells and reduced sex drive may also occur with the intake of Abiroot 250mg Tablet. This medicine should not be taken with Ra-223, which is used to treat prostate cancer.
Uses
The Abiroot 250mg Tablet uses are:
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Treatment of prostate cancer
How Abiroot 250mg Tablet works
The Abiroot 250mg Tablet works by inhibiting the production of the hormone testosterone in the body. This can slow the growth of prostate cancer.
Storage conditions
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This medicine does not require any particular storage condition.
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Keep out of sight and reach of children.
How to take Abiroot 250mg Tablet
The 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.
Interaction of Abiroot 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 Abilat 500mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.
Safety Advices
Pregnancy
It is unknown if Abiroot 250mg Tablet are safe to take during pregnancy. Please consult your healthcare provider if you have any concerns.
Breast Feeding
It is unknown if Abiroot 250mg Tablet are safe to take during breastfeeding. Please consult your healthcare provider if you have any concerns.
Lungs
Talk to your doctor if you have any lung diseases before taking Abiroot 250mg Tablet, as this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe lung disorders.
Liver
Talk to your doctor if you have any liver diseases before taking Abiroot 250mg Tablet, as this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether alcohol consumption is safe while you are undergoing a Abiroot 250mg Tablet course. It is recommended to consult your doctor for better guidance.
Driving
The Abiroot 250mg Tablet is not likely to affect driving or the use of any tools or machines. So, it's safe to consume Abiroot 250mg Tablet while driving or using machines.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medical treatment. Although all medicines can cause side effects, everyone will not get them.
Serious side effects of Abiroot 250mg Tablet are:
Low blood potassium levels (muscle weakness, muscle twitches, or pounding heartbeat)
Common side effects of Abiroot 250mg Tablet are:
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Fluid in legs or feet
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Low blood potassium
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High blood pressure
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Urinary tract infection
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Diarrhea
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High-fat levels in the blood
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Chest pain
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Irregular heartbeat
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Rapid heart rate
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Bone fracture
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Indigestion
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Blood in urine
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Rash
Expert tips
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Inform your doctor if you have liver problems, high blood pressure, heart disorders, diabetes, or if you are taking any other medications for different health conditions.
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Take the medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor without changing the dose or frequency.
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Take the medicine orally on an empty stomach; do not take it with food and always swallow it whole with water without crushing or chewing.
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Follow meal timing carefully: eat at least 2 hours before taking the medicine and wait 1 hour after taking it before eating again.
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Monitor your health regularly by checking your blood pressure, potassium levels, and liver function tests throughout treatment.
FAQs
Q1.
What is the correct way to take an Abiroot 250 mg tablet?
This medication should be taken as prescribed by the doctor, and it should be taken on 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 consuming the medication.
Q2.
What are the side effects of Abiroot 250mg Tablet tablets
The common side effects are fluids in the legs, low blood potassium levels, high blood pressure, urinary tract infection, irregular heartbeat, diarrhoea, rashes and indigestion.
Q3.
Is Abiroot 250mg Tablet a chemotherapy drug?
No, it is not the chemotherapy drug; it is the hormonal treatment used to treat prostate cancer. It prevents the production of testosterone, thereby reducing the growth of prostate cancer.
Q4.
What is the mechanism of action of Abiroot 250 mg tablets?
Abiroot 250mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by preventing the production of androgen and thereby inhibiting an enzyme responsible for the production of androgen.
Q5.
Can Abiroot 250mg Tablet worsen liver diseases?
It is not recommended for patients with severe liver conditions as it can worsen the situation. Inform the doctor if the patient has liver disorders before taking this medication.
Q6.
Can Abiroot 250mg Tablet cure prostate cancer?
Abiroot 250mg 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.
Fact box
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Molecule name: Abiraternone actetate |
Therapeutic class: Antineoplastics |
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Pharmacological class: Androstene derivatives |
Indications: Prostate cancer |
References
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
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
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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