Apatide 60 mg Tablet 120's
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About Apatide 60 mg Tablet
Apatide 60 mg Tablet is an anti-androgen medicine used in the treatment of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is a form of cancer that begins in the prostate gland cells in men. Symptoms may include difficulty in urinating, pain, numbness, etc. Apatide 60 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer and non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.
Apatide 60 mg Tablet contains Apalutamide, which belongs to the class of androgen inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer.
Apatide 60 mg Tablet may cause certain side effects such as fatigue, headache, diarrhoea, muscle pain, hot flushes, loss of appetite, and skin rash. These side effects usually subside without any medical attention. Take Apatide 60 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
Apatide 60 mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor before taking Apatide 60 mg Tablet if you have any pre-existing or a history of liver/kidney disease, cardiovascular diseases like myocardial ischemia, or seizures. Apatide 60 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established. This medicine is only intended for male patients.
Uses of Apatide 60 mg Tablet
Apatide 60 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Prostate Cancer. The detailed use of Apatide 60 mg Tablet is as follows:
- Treatment of Prostate Cancer: Apatide 60 mg Tablet is used for treating prostate cancer, specifically non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer and metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer, by blocking androgen receptors, which helps slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.
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Directions for Use
- Take Apatide 60 mg Tablet with or without food or as advised by a doctor.
- Recommended to take once daily or as advised by your doctor.
- Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Medicinal Benefits
Apatide 60 mg Tablet contains Apalutamide, which belongs to the class of androgen inhibitors. Testosterone is a natural hormone produced by the body. This causes an increase in cancer cells in the prostate gland. Apatide 60 mg Tablet works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer. It is mainly intended for use in men only.
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- Include iron-rich foods like dark leafy vegetables, lean red meat, legumes and fish in your diet.
- Consume vitamin C-rich foods as they aid iron absorption.
- Limit tea, cocoa, and coffee as these can slow iron absorption.
- Exercise regularly; however, do not overdo it.
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Drug Warnings
Apatide 60 mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Let your doctor know about your complete medical and medication history beforehand to rule out any side effects. Apatide 60 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established. Apatide 60 mg Tablet may cause cardiovascular and ischemic events, seizures, falls, and fractures in some patients. Hence, inform your doctor if you have/had any conditions like liver/kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, or taking any other medicines before taking Apatide 60 mg Tablet as it may cause serious side effects.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, spinach and kale in your meal. This food slows the growth of prostate cancer and even reduces the risk of prostate cancer.
- It is advised to consume fewer dairy products as these foods may increase the risk of prostate cancer.
- Physical activity helps strengthen muscles, reduce fatigue, help with weight loss, and give strength.
- Maintain a healthy weight by doing regular simple exercises and yoga.
- Getting adequate sleep as resting helps improve your health and mental ability and improves attention.
- Avoid including high amounts of red meat in your diet. When meat is cooked, it may increase the risk of developing prostate cancer.
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Alcohol
Consult your doctor
The interaction of Apatide 60 mg Tablet with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor if you have concerns.
Pregnancy
Not applicable
Not intended for women.
Breast Feeding
Not applicable
Not intended for women.
Driving
Caution
Apatide 60 mg Tablet may cause seizures. Do not drive vehicles or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Insufficient data available on the use of Apatide 60 mg Tablet in patients with liver impairment. If you have liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Apatide 60 mg Tablet .
Kidney
Consult your doctor
The effect of Apatide 60 mg Tablet in patients with kidney impairment is unknown. If you have kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Apatide 60 mg Tablet .
Children
Unsafe
Apatide 60 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established.
Heart
Apatide 60 mg Tablet may increase the risk of heart problems. Therefore, please consult your doctor if you have any heart-related problems before using Apatide 60 mg Tablet .
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Please consult a doctor before administering Apatide 60 mg Tablet to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe Apatide 60 mg Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks.
FAQs
Apatide 60 mg Tablet is used to treat Prostate cancer.
Apatide 60 mg Tablet contains Apalutamide, which works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer.
No, do not stop taking Apatide 60 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. It is recommended to take this medicine for the entire prescribed duration, even when symptoms resolve.
Take Apatide 60 mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. However, if you forget or miss any dose of Apatide 60 mg Tablet , take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for your next dose. But do not double the dose.
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