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Xbira 250mg Tablet 120.0 tablets in 1 bottle

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Xbira 250mg Tablet is a product of Cipla Ltd

Composition: Abiraterone Acetate (250mg)

Pack of 120 tablet

₹ 20109

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All Details About Xbira 250mg Tablet

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

Description:

Xbira 250mg Tablet 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.

Xbira 250mg Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach. Taking it with food 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 this medicine include vomiting, decreased potassium level in blood, edema (swelling), decreased white blood cell count, fatigue and increased liver enzymes. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.  Other than this, yellowing of skin, loss of appetite, shortness of breath, dark urine and nausea can happen, which indicate some liver problem. Your doctor might check you for liver function, blood pressure, and the level of potassium in your blood.

Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if have high blood pressure, 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. 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 for regular monitoring of blood glucose level while on treatment.

There is a Tolerant Support Program/Tolerant Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata . Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.

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. Xbira 250mg Tablet 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 Xbira

  • 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 Xbira 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Xbira 250mg Tablet 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
Xbira 250mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Xbira 250mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Xbira 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Xbira 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Xbira 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Xbira 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

How to take Xbira 250mg Tablet?

Xbira 250mg Tablet 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 Xbira 250mg Tablet in your blood, which can be harmful. Remember not to crush or chew it.

Can Xbira 250mg Tablet cure prostate cancer?

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

Is Xbira 250mg Tablet a chemotherapy drug?

Xbira 250mg Tablet 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. Xbira 250mg Tablet stops your body from making testosterone. This can slow down the growth of prostate cancer.

Why do I need to take prednisolone with Xbira 250mg Tablet?

Your doctor will always prescribe prednisolone with Xbira 250mg Tablet. 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 Xbira 250mg Tablet.

Does Xbira 250mg Tablet affect liver?

Xbira 250mg Tablet can cause severe liver problems. In very rare cases, Xbira 250mg Tablet 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 Xbira 250mg Tablet.

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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