Xylutide 40mg Capsule 28's
Uses:
- Treatment of advanced prostate cancer in patients who do not respond to surgical or hormonal treatments.
Active ingredient:
- Enzalutamide, an antineoplastic drug belonging to the category of androgen receptor inhibitors.
Dosage and administration:
- The standard dose is 160 mg taken once daily, with or without food.
- Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not chew, crush, or break the capsule. Swallow the whole capsule with water.
- If you forgot to take the capsule, simply take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Contraindications:
- Not recommended if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- Not recommended during pregnancy as it causes harm to the unborn baby.
- Not recommended for women who are breastfeeding.
Monitoring:
- Periodic monitoring of Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests.
- Liver function tests and complete blood count (CBC) to prevent serious complications.
Safety advice:
- Store Xylutide 40mg capsule in the original package at room temperature (20°C to 25°C).
- Keep it out of reach from children and pets.
- Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products.
- Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking this drug.
- Xylutide 40mg capsule may cause drowsiness which can affect the patient’s ability to drive or use machines.
Side effects:
- Serious: hypersensitivity, seizures, posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome, heart disease, falls and fractures.
- Common: tiredness, back pain, constipation, arthralgia, decreased appetite, diarrhoea, high BP, headache, anxiety, dry skin, enlarged breasts in men, inability to concentrate.
FAQs:
What tests are essential before starting treatment with Xylutide 40mg capsule? Before starting treatment, your healthcare provider will recommend tests for Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests. Other tests include liver function tests and complete blood count (CBC).
What should you do if you missed a dose of Xylutide 40mg capsule? If you missed taking a dose, skip this dose. Do not take two capsules to make up for the missed dose. Report to your healthcare provider right away if you missed taking more than two doses of this drug.
Who should not take Xylutide 40mg capsule? Xylutide 40mg capsule is not recommended for people who are allergic to this drug and its ingredients. Also, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid taking it.
Can you smoke while on treatment with Xylutide 40mg capsule? It is not recommended to smoke cigarettes while on treatment with Xylutide 40mg capsule as smoking can reduce the concentration of this drug in the body.
How do you know if you have overdosed on Xylutide 40mg capsule? Watch out for symptoms like fatigue, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, severe headache and seek immediate medical attention from a nearby healthcare facility.
Additional information:
- Xylutide 40mg capsule causes skin dryness, so it is advised to use an effective moisturiser for your skin.
- Ensure that you stay hydrated and maintain a balanced diet.