Casodex Information

Casodex is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer.

The right dosage of Casodex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Casodex include Breast Tenderness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Casodex as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Casodex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Casodex has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Casodex related warnings talks about Casodex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Casodex contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Casodex may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Casodex, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Casodex Benefits & Uses

Casodex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Casodex 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

Casodex Related Warnings

Is the use of Casodex safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Casodex for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Casodex safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Casodex on the Kidneys?

Casodex rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Casodex on the Liver?

Casodex can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Casodex on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Casodex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Cisapride

Pimozide

Terfenadine

Moderate

Warfarin

Casodex Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Casodex

Is this Casodex habit forming or addictive?

Casodex is not addictive in nature.

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

Casodex will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Casodex is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Casodex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Casodex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Casodex

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Casodex

Information about the interaction of Casodex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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

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

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