Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml: Effective Relief in Every Drop

Uses of Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml

• Prostate cancer resistant to other treatments.
• Metastatic prostate cancer that responds to hormone therapy or surgery to reduce testosterone levels.
• Non-metastatic prostate cancer with a high chance of spread and recurrence.

Mechanism of Action

Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml contains the active compound enzalutamide, which belongs to the class of medications called androgen receptor inhibitors. It works by blocking the activity of androgen hormones (such as testosterone) by binding with androgen receptors. This prevents the androgen receptor from moving to its new site, which further lowers AR-mediated transcriptional activity and stops the growth of tumor cells.

Contraindications

• Do not take Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml if you are allergic to the active compounds or any other ingredients of this medicine.
• Not recommended for use in children and adolescents below the age of 18.
• Men are advised to use effective contraceptive methods during the therapy and 3 months after the treatment since it can harm a developing foetus.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
• Recommended to test your bone density during the treatment.

Precautions

• Inform your physician if you have any infections, kidney, heart, or liver problems.
• Patients who have ischemic heart disease are closely monitored for risk factors.
• Inform your doctor right away if you experience a seizure, headache that is getting worse, disorientation, blindness, or any other vision issues.
• Inform your physician about all the medicines, over-the-counter drugs, vitamin and herbal supplements you are taking before the start of therapy.

Dosage and Administration

• Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml is usually taken orally, with or without food.
• The capsules should be swallowed whole with a glass of water and not crushed, chewed, or broken.
• The dosage and frequency will depend on various factors, including the patient's age, weight, overall health, and the type and stage of cancer being treated.
• It is important to follow the dosing instructions provided by a healthcare provider.

Side Effects

• Common side effects include tiredness, falls, hot flushes, high blood pressure, headache, feeling anxious, dry skin, itching, difficulty in remembering, and restlessness.
• Serious side effects include Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES), blockage of the arteries (ischemic heart disease), enlargement of breast in men (gynaecomastia), and broken bones.

Safety Advice

• Pregnancy: Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml is not indicated for use in women. It is unsafe for pregnant women as it may cause foetal harm.
• Breastfeeding: Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml is not recommended during breastfeeding.
• Lungs: Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment.
• Liver: Inform your physician about any underlying liver disorders before taking Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml.
• Alcohol: It is typically advised that patients taking Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml avoid or consume alcohol in moderation.
• Driving: Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml may cause side effects such as seizures, dizziness, or blurred vision that can impair a patient's ability to drive or operate machinery safely.

FAQs

Q1. Can I take Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml if I have a liver problem? It is not recommended for liver patients; speak with your doctor before using the Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml if you have any liver problems.

Q2. Can I take Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml if I am pregnant? No, Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml is not recommended for pregnant women. It may be contraindicated for pregnant women, and it might cause harm to the foetus.

Q3. Should I monitor any parameters while taking Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml? Your doctor will advise you to check your blood pressure and hemoglobin level and bone density because Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml may cause low blood pressure and anemia as a side effect.

Q4. What are the precautions I need to take while taking Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml? Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver, kidney, or heart problem (irregular heartbeat) and seizure or cancer (other than prostate cancer). Inform your doctor if you have gastrointestinal problems or blood in urine or frequent urge for urination.

Q5. Can I take Liqenza 32mg Oral Solution 150ml if I have a seizure? No, it is not recommended for patients with seizures. It may be contraindicated for a person with seizure.

Fact Box

• Molecule name: Enzalutamide
• Therapeutic class: Anti-androgen
• Pharmacological class: Androgen receptor antagonists
• Indications: Prostate cancer resistant to other treatments, metastatic prostate cancer reacts to hormone therapy or surgery to reduce testosterone levels, non-metastatic prostate cancer with a high chance of spread and recurrence.
• Dosage form: Capsules
• Habit forming: No

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