Caludec 50mg Tablet
Prescription RequiredPrimary uses of Caludec 50mg Tablet
Potentiallyunsafewith
Pregnancy
MRP
₹346.63
₹34.66/Tablet
10 tablets in 1 strip
1 Strip
Medicine Overview of Caludec Tablet
Caludec Tablet side effects
Common
Rash, Dizziness, Decreased libido, Breast enlargement in male, Sleepiness, Weakness, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Dyspepsia, Weight gain, Increased liver enzymes, Breast tenderness, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Depression, Decreased appetite, Flatulence, Constipation, Hot flashes.
How to use Caludec 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. Caludec 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Caludec Tablet works
Caludec 50mg Tablet blocks the effect of the natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells. Caludec 50mg Tablet also blocks the undesired effects of androgens in females such as excessive hair growth and acne.
In Depth Information on Caludec Tablet
Expert advice for Caludec Tablet
- Before taking bicalutamide, tell your doctor if you have any liver disease.
- Bicalutamide may cause serious liver dysfunction (with symptoms of abdominal pain, anorexia, dark urine, fatigue, jaundice, nausea, vomiting). Stop taking Bicalutamide and call your doctor if you experience any such symptoms.
- If you have an objective progression of disease together with elevated PSA, seek immediate medical advice, as you may have to stop bicalutamide treatment.
- You should not take this medicine if you have rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance, the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption.
- Take precautions as you may occasionally feel sleepy while on bicalutamide therapy.
- Avoid direct exposure to excessive sunlight or UV-light while you are taking bicalutamide.
- Do not drink alcohol while on bicalutamide treatment as it may worsen the side effects of this medication.
Caludec Tablet related warnings
Special precautions for Caludec Tablet
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CAUTION
Caludec 50mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.
Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
No information is available on the use of Caludec 50mg Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Caludec 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE
Caludec 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Caludec 50mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Caludec 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Caludec 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions about Caludec Tablet
Frequently asked questions about Bicalutamide
Q. Is Bicailutamide a chemotherapy drug?
No. Bicailutamide is not a chemotherapy drug
Caludec is not a hormone however due to its anti-androgen properties, it lowers PSA.
Severely interacts with other drugs like
Taking Caludec with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Caludec with Warfarin
MODERATE
Caludec with Phenindione
MODERATE
Medicines with composition Phenindione: Dindevan
Caludec with Acenocoumarol / Nicoumalone
MODERATE
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