Xbira (Abiraterone)
Xbira 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.
BENEFITS OF XBIRA TABLET
Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Xbira 250mg Tablet decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.
SIDE EFFECTS OF XBIRA TABLET
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
Common side effects of Xbira
- Edema (swelling)
- Vomiting
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Fatigue
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Urinary tract infection
- Diarrhea
- High blood pressure
- Cough
- Joint swelling
- Increased levels of blood fat
HOW TO USE XBIRA TABLET
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.
HOW XBIRA TABLET WORKS
Xbira 250mg Tablet 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.
SAFETY ADVICE
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. Seek 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Xbira 250mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Xbira 250mg Tablet is recommended.
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.