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Enzuta 40mg Capsule


Product introduction

Enzuta 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.

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

Uses of Enzuta Capsule

Benefits of Enzuta Capsule

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. Enzuta 40mg Capsule 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 Enzuta 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 Enzuta

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

How to use Enzuta Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Enzuta 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 Enzuta 40mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Enzuta 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
Enzuta 40mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Enzuta 40mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Enzuta 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Enzuta 40mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Enzuta 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Enzuta 40mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Enzuta 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 Enzuta 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 Enzuta 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
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Androgen receptor antagonist

Patient concerns

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I have problem of frequent urination at night. My father had same at his time.Doctor told me that I am having BPH.Also I went through PSA whose result is 1.8 increased prostate gland size is 40 which came in ultrasound report .When doctor did some test by inserting his finger in my rectal area I felt abnormal pain.doctor asked me to go for a culture test so as to check which can be the best medicine for BPH for me. Kindly suggest if it can be something else like prostate cancer.
Dr. Vijay Sharnangat
Medical Oncology and Hematology
May not be prostate cancer, it is only begnin enlargement of prostate.
Do i have prostrate cancer. Married but now having difficulty in having relation with wife. Penis not hard in the morning. Having problem with self spontaneous erection. Please help. God Bless.
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
Not a symptom of prostate cancer
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References

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Name: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Country of origin: India

MRP
β‚Ή27500
Inclusive of all taxes
28.0 capsules in 1 strip
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