All Details About Estramin 140mg Capsule
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Estramin 140mg Capsule
Description:
Estramin 140mg Capsule is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.Estramin 140mg Capsule should be taken on an empty stomach. The calcium in the stomach might affect the working of drug, so better to avoid milk, dairy products such as cheese and avoid taking it in combination with an antacid or other medicine containing calcium, magnesium or aluminum. 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. 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 this medicine include nausea, vomiting, anemia (low number of red blood cells), increased liver enzymes and fluid retention. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood, liver function and the level of calcium in your blood.
Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if have heart problem, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses:
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Estramin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Increased liver enzymes
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Diarrhea
- Breast enlargement in male
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 themWarning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Estramin 140mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Estramin 140mg Capsule 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Estramin 140mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Estramin 140mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Estramin 140mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Estramin 140mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Estramin 140mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Estramin 140mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Estramin 140mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
Employ of Estramin 140mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
FAQs:
Q. What is Estramin 140mg Capsule phosphate?
Estramin 140mg Capsule belongs to a class of anticancer/cytotoxic drugs called antimicrotubule agents used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
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