Product introduction
Utamide Tablet 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.
Utamide Tablet should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time every day. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Anemia (low number of red blood cells) is very common side effect of this medicine. Other than this, yellowing of skin, loss of appetite, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, dark urine, and skin rashes are some side effects which require immediate action. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with liver function during treatment with this medicine. It makes your skin more sensitive towards sunlight, hence take extra caution while going out.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if have diabetes, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood glucose level while on treatment.
Uses of Utamide Tablet
- Treatment of Prostate cancer
Benefits of Utamide Tablet
In Treatment of Prostate cancer
Utamide Tablet is used in prostate cancer to block the action of male hormones that help cancer cells grow. It helps slow the progression of the disease, relieve related symptoms, and improve overall treatment outcomes.
Side effects of Utamide Tablet
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 Utamide
- Nocturia (increased urge to urinate during the night)
- Edema (swelling)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Decreased appetite
- Dizziness
- Hot flashes
- Nausea
- Weakness
How to use Utamide Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Utamide Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Utamide Tablet works
Utamide Tablet works by reducing the effects of male hormones like testosterone in the body. It does this by blocking their action at specific sites, which helps slow down or prevent hormone-related changes that may affect certain cells or tissues.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Utamide Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Utamide Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Utamide Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Utamide Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Utamide Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Utamide Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
What if you forget to take Utamide Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Utamide Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
| Weight | 11 g |
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