Enzalutamide is a prescription drug approved and used for the treatment of men with castration-resistant prostate cancer (prostate cancer that is resistant to medical or surgical treatments that involve lowering testosterone) that has specifically reached to other parts of the body and who have taken treatment with docetaxel. It is unspecified if enzalutamide is safe and also effective in children.
Approval: The drug enzalutamide 40 mg acts as an antagonist of the androgen receptor, the biological target of the androgens like dihydrotestosterone and testosterone. In performing so, enzalutamide prevents the effects of these hormones in the prostate gland and also elsewhere in the body. In the year of 2006 Enzalutamide was described, and in the year of 2012 it was introduced for the treatment of prostate cancer.
Dosage Form: Enzalutamide comes in the form of Capsules generically and under the brand name Xtandi. The usual dose of enzalutamide is 160 mg (4 capsules of strength 40 mg) taken orally once in a day. Enzalutamide can be taken either with or without food. Capsules of enzalutamide should be swallowed whole. Do not open, chew, or dissolve the capsules.
Side Effects: Side effects of enzalutamide are usually mild and not life threatening. The commonly reported side effects may include hot flashes, asthenia, back pain, diarrhea, and arthralgia.
Cost: The enzalutamide price in India may vary depending on the wholesaler or pharmacy and of course the brand you choose. The cost of enzalutamide ranges from around Rs. 11,500 to Rs. 27,500 for a supply of 28 capsules.
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