Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection
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Product introduction
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is used to treat various types of cancer
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is used to treat various types of cancer
Uses of Abitate Powder for Injection
Benefits of Abitate Powder for Injection
In Prostate cancer
Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.
Side effects of Abitate Powder for Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Abitate
- Edema (swelling)
- Vomiting
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Fatigue
- Increased liver enzymes
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Urinary tract infection
- Diarrhea
- High blood pressure
- Cough
- Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
- Joint swelling
- Increased levels of blood fat
- Altered blood sugar level
How to use Abitate Powder for Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is recommended.
Because of the limited information, cautious use of Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Because of the limited information, cautious use of Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
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No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection treats prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.
- It is usually taken with another medicine called prednisolone to reduce unwanted side effects.
- It must be taken on an empty stomach. Don't eat any food for at least 2 hours before or 1 hour after your dose.
- Always use effective birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver function, blood pressure, and the level of potassium in your blood while you are having treatment with this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androstene Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Anticancer-others
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Abitate Powder for Injection for?
Prostate canc*
100%
*Prostate cancer
FAQs
Can Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection cure prostate cancer?
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection does not cure cancer but helps in prolonging and improving the life of the patient. Moreover, when prostate cancer is treated with Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection then the frequency of fractures is relatively less. Similarly, the increase in pain is less common with Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection.
Is Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection a chemotherapy drug?
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection is a hormonal treatment not a chemotherapy drug. It is used to treat prostate cancer in adult men that has spread to other parts of the body. Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection stops your body from making testosterone. This can slow down the growth of prostate cancer.
Why do I need to take prednisolone with Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection?
Your doctor will always prescribe prednisolone with Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection. Taking these two medicines together lowers the risk of getting high blood pressure, fluid retention (having too much water in your body), or having reduced levels of potassium in your blood, which can occur due to Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection.
Does Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection affect liver?
Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection can cause severe liver problems. In very rare cases, Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection may even cause failure of the liver to function (called acute liver failure), which can even lead to death. Tell your doctor if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes, darkening of the urine, or severe nausea or vomiting, as these could be signs or symptoms of liver problems.
How frequently should the liver investigations be done?
Liver enzymes should be measured prior to starting the treatment, every two weeks for the first three months into the treatment, and monthly thereafter. If you develop clinical symptoms or signs suggestive of liver toxicity, liver enzymes should be measured immediately. If the liver enzyme levels are increased beyond certain levels, your doctor may temporarily discontinue the treatment with Abitate 250mg Powder for Injection.
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 4-5.
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Name: RPG Life Sciences Ltd
Address: 463, 4 th Floor, RPG HOUSE, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400 030. Maharashtra, INDIA
Country of origin: India
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