Bicalutamide

Classification - Anticancer Medicine

What is Bicalutamide?

It is an anticancer medicine used against prostate cancer

Uses of Bicalutamide -

Metastatic prostate cancer

Advanced prostate cancer

How does it work?

Inhibit the testosterone binding to androgen receptors.

Inhibits the testosterone from propagating cancer growth.

Causes the tumor to shrink

Benefits

Inhibit cancer cell growth

Reduce PSA levels

Enhance the hormonal therapy effect

Reduce urine-related symptoms

Reduce bone pain in advanced cancers

Maintain testosterone levels

Fewer side-effects

Common side effects

Hot flashes

Loss of appetite

Enlarged breasts

Loss of libido

Diarrhea

Constipation

Increased weight

Skin rashes and ulcers

Serious side effects

Liver dysfunctions

Breathing problems

Neurological side effects - mood swings

Allergic reaction - skin flare, itching, swelling of face, tongue

Heart complications

Precautions for Bicalutamide usage

To be cautiously used in -

Cardiovascular disease

Heart diseases

Diabetics

Respiratory dysfunctions

Contraindications

Not to be used in patients-

Hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug components.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women

Warnings

Prescription drug to be used under medical supervision.

Important safety and monitoring information

Liver functions

Respiratory functions

Cardiovascular functions

Neurological functions

PSA levels

Glucose levels in diabetics

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