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Avirat 250mg Tablet

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Aureate Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Abiraterone Acetate (250mg)

Overview Avirat 250mg Tablet

Prostacept 250mg tablets are indicated for prostate cancer management. Its use may extend to other conditions as directed by your physician, potentially as part of a multi-drug chemotherapy regimen. Administering Prostacept 250mg with food is recommended to mitigate potential side effects; taking it on an empty stomach should be avoided. Dosage and frequency are determined individually by your doctor, based on your specific condition and may be adjusted. Strict adherence to your prescribed regimen is crucial, as improper usage or overdose can lead to severe adverse effects. Therapeutic benefits may not be immediately apparent; consistent use, unless otherwise directed by your doctor, is vital. Common side effects include nausea, hypokalemia, swelling, leukopenia, and tiredness. Report any concerning or persistent side effects to your physician; management strategies may be available. Less frequent, but potentially serious, side effects suggesting liver dysfunction include jaundice, anorexia, dyspnea, dark urine, and vomiting. Your doctor may monitor liver function, blood pressure, and potassium levels. Prior to commencing treatment, disclose any pre-existing conditions, such as hypertension, cardiac issues, hepatic or renal impairment, or current medication use, especially anti-infectives. Drug interactions are possible; inform your doctor of all medications you are taking. Prostacept 250mg is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to potential harm to the fetus. Reliable contraception for both partners is essential throughout treatment. Regular blood glucose monitoring may be necessary during therapy.

Uses of Avirat 250mg Tablet

Malignancy of the prostate gland

Major Benefits of Avirat 250mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as directed by your physician, adhering to the prescribed dosage and timeframe. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Administer Avirat 250mg Tablet on an empty stomach.

Common Side effects of Avirat 250mg Tablet:

  • Edema (swelling)
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Fatigue
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Diarrhea
  • High blood pressure
  • Cough
  • Joint swelling

How to use Avirat 250mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as directed by your physician, adhering to the prescribed dosage and timeframe. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Avirat 250mg tablets should be taken on an empty stomach.

How Avirat 250mg Tablet works:

Avirat 250mg tablets are used in cancer treatment. Their mechanism involves suppressing the body's creation of androgens, male hormones. This effect is achieved through the inhibition of CYP17, a crucial enzyme in androgen synthesis. Consequently, prostate cancer growth is retarded.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of combining alcohol with Avirat 250mg Tablet is undetermined. Seek medical advice before doing so.

PregnancyPregnancyUNSAFE

Using Avirat 250mg tablets while pregnant is strongly contraindicated. Pregnant women should consult their physician; research in animals and human subjects indicates substantial risks to fetal development.

Breast feedingBreast feedingUNSAFE

Lactation and Avirat 250mg Tablets are incompatible; the medication poses a potential risk of infant toxicity.

DrivingDrivingSAFE

Driving ability is typically unaffected by Avirat 250mg Tablets.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Individuals with severe kidney impairment should exercise caution when using Avirat 250mg tablets. Dosage modification for Avirat 250mg tablets may be necessary. Physician consultation is advised.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should exercise caution when using Avirat 250mg tablets. Dosage modification may be necessary; physician consultation is advised.

What if you forget to take Avirat 250mg Tablet :

Omit any missed dose of Avirat 250mg Tablet and resume your regular medication regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Avirat 250mg Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Category Androstenedione derivative
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Cancer Medications

FAQs on Avirat 250mg Tablet

Avirat 250mg Tablets do not cure cancer, but can extend and improve patients' lives. Prostate cancer patients treated with Avirat 250mg Tablets experience fewer fractures and less frequent pain increases.
Avirat 250mg Tablet, a hormonal therapy (not chemotherapy), treats advanced prostate cancer in adult men. By reducing testosterone production, it slows cancer growth.
To reduce the risk of high blood pressure, fluid retention, and low potassium levels—potential side effects of Avirat 250mg—your doctor will always prescribe prednisolone alongside it.
Avirat 250mg Tablets can severely damage the liver, rarely causing acute liver failure, potentially fatal. Report yellowing skin or eyes, dark urine, or severe nausea/vomiting to your doctor immediately, as these may indicate liver problems.
Monitor liver enzymes before treatment, bi-weekly for the first three months, then monthly. Test immediately if liver toxicity is suspected. Treatment with Avirat 250mg Tablet may be temporarily halted if enzyme levels exceed specified thresholds.
Take Avirat 250mg tablets on an empty stomach with water, at least one hour before or two hours after a meal. Food may lead to unpredictable and potentially harmful blood levels of the medication. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
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