Zelgor 500mg Tablet

Zelgor 500mg Tablet

Abiraterone Acetate

Uses of Zelgor 500mg Tablet

  • Treatment of prostate cancer

Introduction to Zelgor 500mg Tablet

Zelgor 500mg 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 is usually given with steroid medication to lower the chances of side effects. When Zelgor 500mg Tablet is prescribed for an early stage of this disorder, it is used with testosterone lowering treatment. This medicine is not for use in women or children. Effective contraception must be taken throughout the treatment. This medicine contains lactose and sodium, inform your physician if you have lactose intolerance or on a salt control diet.

Inform to the physician if the patients have liver problems, high blood pressure, heart disorders, low blood potassium, diabetes, allergic conditions, or other diseases. Make sure to inform your physician of all the medicines, including supplements and herbal medicines, you are taking before you start the treatment with this medication. The most common side effects of this medication are fluid in feet or legs, high blood pressure, and diarrhea. A decrease in red blood cells and reduced sex drive may also occur with the intake of Zelgor 500mg Tablet. This medicine should not be taken with Ra-223, which is used to treat prostate cancer.

Therapeutic Effects of Zelgor 500mg Tablet

Zelgor 500mg Tablet works by inhibiting the production of hormone testosterone in the body. This can slow the growth of prostate cancer.


Interaction of Zelgor 500mg 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 Zelgor 500mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.


More Information about Zelgor 500mg Tablet

  • This medicine does not require any particular storage condition.
  • Keep out of sight and reach of children.

How to consume Zelgor 500mg Tablet

Zelgor 500mg Tablet 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. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication and must not be eaten for at least 1 hour after taking the medicine. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch this medication without gloves.


Safety Advices for Zelgor 500mg Tablet

 

Pregnancy

Zelgor 500mg 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

Zelgor 500mg Tablet is not indicated to be used in breastfeeding women. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting treatment with this medication.

 

Lungs

Talk to your doctor if you have any lung conditions before starting treatment with Zelgor 500mg Tablet.

 

Liver

Talk to your doctor if you have any liver diseases before taking Zelgor 500mg Tablet, as this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders.

 

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to use Zelgor 500mg Tablet while consuming alcohol. Consult the doctor before taking this medication.

 

Driving

Zelgor 500mg Tablet is not likely to affect driving and the use of any tools or machines.


Side Effects of Zelgor 500mg Tablet

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medical treatment. Although all medicines can cause side effects, everyone will not get them.

Serious:

  • Low blood potassium levels (muscle weakness, muscle twitches, or pounding heartbeat)

Common

  • Fluid in legs or feet
  • Low blood potassium
  • High blood pressure
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Diarrhea
  • High-fat levels in the blood
  • Chest pain
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Rapid heart rate
  • Bone fracture
  • Indigestion
  • Blood in urine
  • Rash

Brand

Sun Pharma LTD

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