Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3246

USA Brand Name

Casodex

Strength

50mg

Generic Name

Bicalutamide

Manufacturer

Zydus

## Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide)

## What Is The Generic Name For Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet:

Bicalutamide is the generic version for Zyluta 50 mg Tablet

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide):

Casodex

## About Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide)

Zyluta 50 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Bicalutamide, which is used in the treatment of prostate cancer. It is used in men along with another drug for the treatment of prostate cancer. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Zydus Cadila is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Zyluta 50 mg Tablet. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength :

Zyluta 50 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Bicalutamide, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide):

Zyluta 50 mg Tablet is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Prostate cancer

## How Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide) Works:

Zyluta 50 mg Tablet has an active ingredient; Bicalutamide an anticancer medication which blocks the effect of the natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells. Zyluta 50 mg Tablet also blocks the undesired effects of androgens in females such as excessive hair growth & acne.

## Before You Use Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Bicalutamide

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide):

You should not take Zyluta 50 mg Tablet if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have Liver disease

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Tablet

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver disease

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage :

Zyluta 50 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Bicalutamide, which is used in the treatment of prostate cancer. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Zyluta 50 mg Tablet at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take this medicine regularly by time for better effects.

## How Much Of The Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide) to Be Used:

As Zyluta 50 mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Zyluta 50 mg Tablet. Do not take the Tablet on your own and for longer time than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide):

Take Zyluta 50 mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the Tablet. Zyluta 50 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide):

You are always advised to take Zyluta 50 mg Tablet as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Tablet in smaller or larger amount or for longer than prescribed by your doctor.

## Overdose :

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Symptoms like dizziness, confusion, increased heartbeat, tremor and sweating after taking the dose should be reported immediately. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if you are suspecting overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the medicine should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage of the medicine if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage of the medicine to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Zyluta 50 Mg Tablet (Bicalutamide):

Rash

Dizziness

Decreased libido

Breast enlargement in male

Sleepiness

Weakness

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal pain

Dyspepsia

Weight gain

Increased liver enzymes

Breast tenderness

Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

Depression

Decreased appetite

Unusual bleeding or bruising

Yellowing of skin and eyes

Difficulty with passing urine

Difficulty in breathing

Flatulence

Constipation

Flu like symptoms

Hot flashes

Hypersensitivity

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Zyluta 50 mg Tablet. This can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Phenindione

Warfarin

Acenocoumarol/Nicoumalone

Pimozide

Leflunomide

Lomitapide

It can also interact with following disease condition:

Hepatic impairment

Diabetes Mellitus

## Warning And Precaution:

Zyluta 50 mg Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Liver Diseases

Avoid direct exposure to excessive sunlight and use sunscreen when outdoors while taking this medicine

If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking Zyluta 50 mg Tablet

You must always use effective birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine

You must regularly monitor your liver function, blood pressure, and the level of potassium in your blood while you are having treatment with this medicine.

You must always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

It is not recommended for use in children & adolescents

It is not recommended for use by female patients

You must always read the information properly written on the leaflet of medicine.

You must always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications:

Zyluta 50 mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for shorter or longer time than prescribed by the Doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Zyluta 50 mg Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Tablet should be intact and not damaged while storing.