Introduction to Abisam 250mg Tablet
Abisam 250mg Tablet contains the active constituent abiraterone acetate. It is used in adult men to treat prostate cancer, which has spread to other parts of the body. It stops the body from testosterone production, which slows down the growth of prostate cancer. Abisam 250mg Tablet is prescribed to the early stage of the disease, responding to hormone therapy.
The patient should talk to the Physician if he/she has liver problems, high blood pressure or heart failure, or low blood potassium as it may increase the risk of heart-related problems. This medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents. The severe side effects of Abisam 250mg Tablet include muscle weakness, muscle twitching, palpitation. These are the signs of low potassium in your blood. A decrease in red blood cells, reduced sex drive may also occur with the intake of Abisam 250mg Tablet. This medicine should not be taken with Ra-223, which is used to treat prostate cancer.
Therapeutic Effects of Abisam 250mg Tablet
The drug works by inhibiting the production of testosterone in the body. This can slow the growth of prostate cancer.
Interaction of Abisam 250mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Abisam 250mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Abisam 250mg Tablet
- Store Abisam 250mg Tablet at room temperature below 30°C.
- Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children.
How to consume Abisam 250mg Tablet
The medicine should always be consumed as per the direction of your physician or pharmacist. The drug should be taken by mouth. It should not be taken with food. Swallow the tablets whole with water without breaking them.
Safety Advices for Abisam 250mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Abisam 250mg Tablet is not indicated to be used during pregnancy. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch this medication without gloves.
Breast Feeding
The Abisam 250mg Tablet is not indicated to be used in breastfeeding women. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting treatment with this medication.
Lungs
It is unknown whether an Abisam 250mg Tablet is safe for lung patients. Inform your doctor if you have any lung disease before taking this medication.
Liver
Talk to your doctor if you have any liver diseases before taking the Abisam 250mg Tablet, as this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders.
Alcohol
Abisam 250mg Tablets interaction with alcohol is unknown. Contact your healthcare provider for more advice.
Driving
This medicine is not likely to affect driving and the use of any tools or machines.
Side Effects of Abisam 250mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medical treatment. Although all medicines can cause side effects, everyone will not get them.
Serious:
- Muscle weakness
- Muscle twitches
- Palpitations
- Lung irritation
- Failure of liver to function
- Adrenal gland problems
- Abnormal heart rhythm
- Heart attack
- Changes in the electrocardiogram
- Serious allergic reactions with difficulty in swallowing or breathing
- Swollen face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Itchy rash
- Bone loss
Common
- Fluid in legs or feet
- Low blood potassium
- Liver function test increases
- High blood pressure
- Urinary tract infection
- Diarrhea
- High-fat levels in the blood
- Chest pain
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart failure
- Rapid heart rate
- Severe infections
- Bone fracture
- Indigestion
- Blood in urine
- Rash