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Azel 40mg Capsule

Enzalutamide (40mg)

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Product Code: 429353
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Constituents

Enzalutamide (40mg)

Usage of Azel 40mg Capsule

  • Prostate cancer

Description of Azel 40mg Capsule

Azel 40mg Capsule should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time every day. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.Headache, hot flashes, weakness and high blood pressure is very common side effect of this medicine. Other than this, fractures, falls, dry skin, pruritus,decreased appetite, and constipation might be observed as side effects. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with liver function during treatment with this medicine. It makes your skin more sensitive towards sunlight, hence take extra caution while going out.Before taking it, tell your doctor if have diabetes, seizures, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood glucose level while on treatment.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Azel

  • Headache
  • Hot flashes
  • Weakness
  • High blood pressure
  • Fatigue
  • Decreased appetite
  • Constipation
  • Dry skin
  • Itching
  • Fall
  • Fracture

Unit

28 capsules

Manufacturer

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

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How to use Azel 40mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Azel 40mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Azel 40mg Capsule is an antiandrogens. It works by blocking the effect of the natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells.

Related Warnings

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azel 40mg Capsule.

Azel 40mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Azel 40mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Azel 40mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Azel 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azel 40mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Azel 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azel 40mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • You have been prescribed Azel 40mg Capsule for the treatment of prostate cancer.
  • Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time every day.
  • Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration unless you know how Azel 40mg Capsule affects you.
  • It may cause your skin to become light sensitive. Avoid direct exposure to excessive sunlight and use sunscreen when outdoors.
  • If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking Azel 40mg Capsule.
  • Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
  • Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor first.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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