Estramustine belongs to a class of anticancer/cytotoxic drugs called antimicrotubule agents. It works by interfering with production of certain proteins which are necessary for tumor cell growth and reproduction. It also increases the estrogen levels, which in turn interferes with prostate cancer by slowing/stopping the growth of cancer cells.
Common side effects of Estramustine
Nausea, Vomiting, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Diarrhea, Breast enlargement in male, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Fluid retention, Heart failure, Liver dysfunction
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma