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Abirawin 250 250mg 30.0 tablets in 1 bottle

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Abirawin 250 250mg is a product of Axiommax Oncology Pvt Ltd

Composition: Abiraterone Acetate (250mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Abirawin 250 250mg

Description:

Abirawin 250 250mg is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland. It may also be used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

Abirawin 250 250mg should be taken on an empty stomach, either one hour before or at least two hours after a meal. Taking it with food may increase the blood levels of Abirawin 250 250mg, which may cause side effects. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits, but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.


The most common side effects of Abirawin 250 250mg include vomiting, decreased potassium level in blood, edema (swelling), decreased white blood cell count, and fatigue. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Other than this, the yellowing of the skin, loss of appetite, shortness of breath, dark urine, and nausea can happen, which indicate some liver problems. Your doctor might check you for liver function, blood pressure, and the level of potassium in your blood.


Earlier taking Abirawin 250 250mg, tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart problems, liver or kidney problems, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medication, so let your doctor know about all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. You may be asked to undergo regular monitoring of your blood glucose level while on treatment.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Abirawin 250 250mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Abirawin

  • Edema (swelling)
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Chubbyigue
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Diarrhea
  • High blood pressure
  • Cough
  • Joint swelling
  • Nausea
  • Hot flashes
  • Headache
  • Increased glucose level in blood

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Abirawin 250 250mg. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Abirawin 250 250mg is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Perceivek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Abirawin 250 250mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Abirawin 250 250mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Abirawin 250 250mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Abirawin 250 250mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Abirawin 250 250mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Abirawin 250 250mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

How to take Abirawin 250 250mg?

Abirawin 250 250mg should be taken on an empty stomach with water 1 hour before eating or at least 2 hours after eating. Taking it with food may cause increased and variable levels of Abirawin 250 250mg in your blood, which can be harmful. Remember not to crush or chew it.

Can Abirawin 250 250mg cure prostate cancer?

Abirawin 250 250mg does not cure cancer, but helps in prolonging and improving the life of the patient. Moreover, when prostate cancer is treated with Abirawin 250 250mg, then the frequency of fractures is relatively lower. Similarly, the increase in pain is less common with Abirawin 250 250mg.

Is Abirawin 250 250mg a chemotherapy drug?

Abirawin 250 250mg is a hormonal treatment, not a chemotherapy drug. It is used to treat prostate cancer in adult men that has spread to other parts of the body. Abirawin 250 250mg stops your body from making testosterone. This can slow down the growth of prostate cancer.

Why do I need to take prednisolone with Abirawin 250 250mg?

Your doctor will always prescribe prednisolone with Abirawin 250 250mg. Taking these two medicines together lowers the risk of getting high blood pressure, fluid retention (having too much water in your body), or having reduced levels of potassium in your blood, which can occur due to Abirawin 250 250mg.

Does Abirawin 250 250mg affect liver?

Abirawin 250 250mg can cause severe liver problems. In very rare cases, Abirawin 250 250mg may even cause failure of the liver to function (called acute liver failure), which can even lead to death. Tell your doctor if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes, darkening of the urine, or severe nausea or vomiting, as these could be signs or symptoms of liver problems.

How frequently should the liver investigations be done?

Liver enzymes should be measured before starting the treatment, every two weeks for the first three months of the treatment, and monthly thereafter. If you develop clinical symptoms or signs suggestive of liver toxicity, liver enzymes should be measured immediately. If the liver enzyme levels are increased beyond certain levels, your doctor may temporarily discontinue the treatment with Abirawin 250 250mg.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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