Abiracan (Abiraterone Acetate Tablets IP 250mg)

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Abiracan (Abiraterone Acetate Tablets IP 250mg) Specification

Pacakaging (Quantity Per Box)
10 strips per box

Origin of Medicine
Allopathic

Salt Composition
Abiraterone Acetate

Drug Type
Pharmaceutical Drug

Ingredients
Abiraterone Acetate IP

Physical Form
Tablet

Function
Treatment of prostate cancer

Recommended For
Patients diagnosed with prostate cancer

Dosage
250mg per tablet

Dosage Guidelines
To be taken as prescribed by a healthcare professional

Suitable For
Adult males

Quantity
10 tablets per strip

Storage Instructions
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight

About Abiracan (Abiraterone Acetate Tablets IP 250mg)

How Abiraterone Acetate works

Abiraterone Acetate is an anticancer medication. It works by preventing androgen (male hormone) production in man. This is done by inhibiting an enzyme (CYP17) that is responsible for the production of androgen. This is how it slows down the growth of prostate cancer.

Common side effects of Abiraterone Acetate

Decreased potassium level in blood, High blood pressure, Urinary tract infection, Diarrhea, Increased triglyceride level in blood, Sepsis, Cardiac failure, Angina pectoris, Atrial fibrillation, Tachycardia, Dyspepsia, Blood in urine, Peripheral edema, Fracture