Belongs to the class of medications called microtubule agents.
Used to treat prostate cancer that has worsened or has spread to other parts of the body.
Works by stopping the growth and spread of cancer cells.
Uses:
Prostate cancer.
Therapeutic Effects:
Antineoplastic drug with the effects of estradiol and nitrogen mustard combination.
May inhibit tubulin function by binding to microtubule proteins.
Antitumor effects may result from estrogenic effects.
Plasma testosterone levels decrease while estrogen levels increase.
Interaction with other drugs:
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you are taking.
Certain medications may interact with the effects of X Trant 140mg capsule and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
Safety Advices:
Not indicated for women.
Do not take if you are allergic to estramustine or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Inform your healthcare professional if you have an ulcer in the stomach or intestines, serious heart disease, liver disease, kidney disorder, blood clots, or problems caused by fluid retention.
Pregnancy should be avoided during the treatment, and use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy because X Trant 140mg capsule may cause birth defects.
If your partner is breastfeeding, use a reliable form of barrier contraception while using this medication.
Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
X Trant 140mg capsule should be cautiously administered in patients with severe liver diseases.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol when taking X Trant 140mg capsule.
It is unknown whether it is safe to drive vehicles or operate machinery while taking X Trant 140mg capsule. Consult your doctor for more advise.
How to consume:
Take X Trant 140mg capsule as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not open, break, crush, or chew the capsules. Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water.
Take the capsules on an empty stomach at the same time each day.
The capsules should be taken at least one hour before or more than two hours after a meal.
Do not take the medicine with milk or other drinks containing milk, such as tea or coffee.
Side Effects:
Common: swelling in the face and body, breast tenderness, diarrhea, nausea, leg cramps, shortness of breath.
Do not take the tablet with milk or milk-containing products such as tea or coffee.
Do not consume alcohol while taking the medicine.
It is best to take the medicine on an empty stomach.
If you overdose the medicine unknowingly, immediately seek medical attention.
Do not take calcium supplements or antacids that contain calcium at the same time while you take the medicine.
Use two forms of birth control to avoid pregnancy while using this medicine and for at least 6 months after the last dose.
FAQs:
What are the cautions of X Trant 140mg capsule?
Tell your doctor immediately if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, seizures, migraines, kidney disease, liver problems, Paget’s disease, or a history of problems with blood clots or stroke.
How will I be monitored during the treatment with X Trant 140mg capsule?
Your doctor will perform regular blood tests, liver function, and calcium levels in your blood during treatment with X Trant 140mg capsule.
How long does it take X Trant 140mg capsule to work?
X Trant 140mg capsule is a long-term treatment. Most people who benefit from this treatment will notice an improvement in the first 12 weeks of starting treatment.
What will happen if I stop taking X Trant 140mg capsule suddenly?
Stopping your treatment suddenly may cause your condition to become worse. Do not stop taking your medicine without consulting your doctor.
Can I take X Trant 140mg capsule with milk?
Do not take X Trant 140mg capsule with milk or milk-containing products such as tea or coffee. Take the medicine with a glass of water.