CALUTIDE- 50 TAB

About CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET

CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET belongs to the class of anticancer drugs called non-steroidal anti-androgens used to treat prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the prostate gland’s cancer (a small gland under the bladder that produces semen) found only in men. The symptoms include difficulty in urination, pain, numbness or sexual problems.

CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET contains Bicalutamide that works by inhibiting the effects of androgens (male hormones) such as testosterone that increases the growth of prostate cancer cells. CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET prevents testosterone from binding to androgen receptors on the prostate cancer cells and starves cancer cells of testosterone. Thereby, it prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells and eventually shrinks the prostate tumour.

Take CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience weakness, skin rash, swelling and tenderness of breast, nausea, dry skin, weight gain, hair loss, hot flushes (sudden feeling of warmth), anaemia (lack of blood), reduces sex drive, constipation, depression, indigestion or dizziness. Most of these side effects of CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET is not recommended for women and children. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET. Please consult a doctor if you want to father a child before taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET as it may impair fertility in men. Avoid taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET with cisapride, astemizole or terfenadine. Avoid direct exposure to excessive UV-light or sunlight and wear protective clothing while going out in the sun as CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET may increase sunburn risk. If you have diabetes, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET.

Uses of CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET

Prostate cancer

Directions for Use

Take CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET with or without food as prescribed by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET

• Weakness
• Skin rash
• Swelling and tenderness of breast
• Nausea
• Dry skin
• Weight gain
• Hair loss
• Hot flushes (sudden feeling of warmth)
• Anaemia (lack of blood)
• Reduced sex drive
• Constipation
• Depression
• Indigestion
• Dizziness

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warning

If you are allergic to CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET is not recommended for women and children. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET. You and your partner recommend using effective birth control measures while taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET and for 130 days after discontinuing CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET. Please consult a doctor if you want to father a child before taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET as it may impair fertility in men. You are advised to quit smoking as it may increase the risk of prostate cancer. Avoid taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET with cisapride, astemizole or terfenadine. Regular tests are recommended to monitor liver function and if there is any severe disturbance in liver functioning, avoid taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET. Avoid direct exposure to excessive UV-light or sunlight and wear protective clothing while going out in the sun as CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET may increase sunburn risk. If you have diabetes, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking CALUTIDE 50MG TABLET.