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Bicalutamide is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Bicalutamide have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Bicalutamide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Bicalutamide is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bicalutamide is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Bicalutamide safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Bicalutamide will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Bicalutamide safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Bicalutamide on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Bicalutamide will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Bicalutamide on the Kidneys?
Bicalutamide may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bicalutamide on the Liver?
Bicalutamide 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.
What is the effect of Bicalutamide on the Heart?
Bicalutamide may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Bicalutamide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bicalutamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bicalutamide habit forming or addictive?
Bicalutamide is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Bicalutamide since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bicalutamide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Bicalutamide in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Bicalutamide
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Bicalutamide and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bicalutamide
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Bicalutamide.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 227-228
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 302
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)