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Azel 40mg Capsule

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Product introduction

Azel 40mg Capsule 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 works by blocking the effects of male hormones such as testosterone.

Azel 40mg Capsule is used in treating prostate cancer that require certain male body chemicals to grow

Side effects of Azel Capsule

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 Azel

  • Headache
  • Hot flashes
  • Weakness
  • High blood pressure
  • Fatigue

How to use Azel Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Azel 40mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azel 40mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Azel 40mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Azel 40mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Azel 40mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Azel 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azel 40mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Azel 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azel 40mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Azel 40mg Capsule for the treatment of prostate cancer.
  • Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time every day.
  • Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration unless you know how Azel 40mg Capsule affects you.
  • It may cause your skin to become light sensitive. Avoid direct exposure to excessive sunlight and use sunscreen when outdoors.
  • If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking Azel 40mg Capsule.
  • Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
  • Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Phenylimidazolidine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
abcde
Action Class
Androgen receptor antagonist

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Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.
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Marketer details

Name: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: October, 2024

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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

MRP
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