Calutide (Generic Casodex) 50mg
Product: Calutide
Type: Generic Casodex
Drug name: Bicalutamide
Packaging Type: Strips of 10 x 50mg Tablets
Manufacturer: Cipla
| Calutide (Generic Casodex) 50mg Tablets Prices |
| 30 tablets of 50mg Calutide |
US$129.00 |
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| 60 tablets of 50mg Calutide |
US$240.00 |
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| 90 tablets of 50mg Calutide |
US$360.00 |
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Use
Calutide is the generic version of Casodex and is used to treat prostate cancer. It is a non-steroidal anti-androgen that works by blocking the effects of certain chemicals that are necessary for cancer cells to live. The length of treatment will depend on the type of cancer you have and the how well you respond to the medication.
Dosage
The correct dose of Calutide will depend on the type of cancer you have. You are strongly advised to follow your doctor's instructions for taking this medication. Typical instructions for taking Calutide say that one 50mg tablet daily is satisfactory.
Side effects
The side effects from taking Calutide are considered common. They include:
- hot flashes
- breast swelling pain and tenderness
- decreased sexual desire and/or performance
- diarrhea
- headache
- swelling of the hands and feet
- dizziness
- trouble sleeping
Some patients can experience an allergic reaction to this medication. You should seek urgent medical attention if you experience:
- chest pain
- difficulty breathing
- pain or tenderness in the stomach
- yellow skin or eyes
- swelling of the face
- skin rash
- severe dizziness
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- flu like symptoms such headaches, muscle or joint pain, tiredness.
Precautions
Women do not have a prostate gland and therefore do not get prostate cancer.
Calutide can sometimes cause liver problems during treatment. If you have a history of liver complaint you should notify your doctor before undergoing treatment.
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