Ablu Information

Ablu is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Prostate Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ablu. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Ablu include Breast Tenderness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ablu as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ablu normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Ablu's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Ablu's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ablu related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Ablu are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Ablu have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Ablu is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Ablu Benefits & Uses
Ablu Dosage & How to Take
Ablu Side Effects
Ablu Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ablu with Other Drugs
Ablu Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ablu
Ablu Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ablu Benefits & Uses

Ablu is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Ablu 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	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: must be given concurrently with LHRH analog
Geriatric	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: must be given concurrently with LHRH analog

Ablu Related Warnings

Is the use of Ablu safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Ablu in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Ablu safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Ablu in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Ablu is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Ablu on the Kidneys?

Ablu rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ablu on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ablu. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ablu on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ablu on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ablu with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Cisapride

Pimozide

Terfenadine

Moderate

Warfarin

Ablu Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ablu

Is this Ablu habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ablu.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ablu since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ablu should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Ablu is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ablu Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ablu

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ablu, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ablu

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ablu with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Cosudex® (bicalutamide)