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Abiratas Benefits & Uses

Abiratas is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Abiratas Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Abiratas Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Abiratas is used -

Severe

Decreased potassium level in blood
Increased blood pressure
Edema
Diarrhoea
Increased Liver Enzymes
Frequent urination

Moderate

Hepatitis

Mild

Dyspepsia
Rash
Pharyngitis
Nausea or vomiting

Abiratas Related Warnings

Is the use of Abiratas safe for pregnant women?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
Is the use of Abiratas safe during breastfeeding?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
What is the effect of Abiratas on the Kidneys?

Using Abiratas does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Abiratas on the Liver?

Abiratas may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Abiratas on the Heart?

Abiratas may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Abiratas with Other Drugs

Abiratas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenobarbital

Moderate

Abiratas Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Abiratas unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Abiratas

Is this Abiratas habit forming or addictive?

Abiratas does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Abiratas , you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Abiratas can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Abiratas only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Abiratas is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Abiratas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Abiratas

Abiratas may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Abiratas

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Abiratas .

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zytiga® (abiraterone acetate)

Abiratas 500mg Tablet