Generic Name - Flutamide
Category - Antineoplastic medication
Indications
Prostate cancer
Generic Flutamide is indicated for the treatment of prostate cancer. Flutamide blocks the effect of the male hormone testosterone, which stimulates the growth of certain types of prostate tumors. Generic Flutamide interferes with the activity of testosterone, thus slowing or halting the growth of such tumors.
Generic for Flutamide Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Flutamide is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Flutamide should not be taken by patients who have history of following ailment condition
Hepatic function impairment
Generic Flutamide may interact with other medications and may reduce the effect of the medicine. Inform your doctor especially if you are taking warfarin. Also talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Generic for Flutamide Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericFlutamide
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Flutamide for prostate cancer is 2 capsules 3 times a day at 8-hour intervals for a total daily dosage of 750 milligrams.
Generic for Flutamide Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Flutamide side Effects include dark yellow or brown urine, vomiting and yellowing of the eyes or skin.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Flutamide.
Generic for Flutamide and Pregnancy
Generic Flutamide is indicated for use in men only.
Generic for Flutamide and Breastfeeding
Generic Flutamide is indicated for use in men only.
Generic for Flutamide and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Flutamide in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Flutamide and Geriatric
Studies do not indicate any overall difference in the safety and effectiveness of Generic Flutamide with relation to age.
Note
The above information about Generic Flutamide serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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