Abirakast 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.

Abirakast 250mg Tablet is used to treat various types of cancer

Uses of Abirakast Tablet

Side effects of Abirakast 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 Abirakast

Edema (swelling)
Vomiting
Decreased potassium level in blood
Decreased white blood cell count
Fatigue
Increased liver enzymes
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Urinary tract infection
Diarrhea
High blood pressure
Cough
Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
Joint swelling
Increased levels of blood fat
Altered blood sugar level

How to use Abirakast 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. Abirakast 250mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Abirakast 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Abirakast 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

Abirakast 250mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Abirakast 250mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Abirakast 250mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Abirakast 250mg Tablet is recommended.
Because of the limited information, cautious use of Abirakast 250mg Tablet is recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Abirakast 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Abirakast 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Abirakast 250mg Tablet treats prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.
It is usually taken with another medicine called prednisolone to reduce unwanted side effects.
It must be taken on an empty stomach. Don't eat any food for at least 2 hours before or 1 hour after your dose.
Always use effective birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver function, blood pressure, and the level of potassium in your blood while you are having treatment with this medicine.

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Chemical Class

Androstene Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

abcde

Action Class

Anticancer-others

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FAQs

Can Abirakast 250mg Tablet cure prostate cancer?

Abirakast 250mg Tablet does not cure cancer but helps in prolonging and improving the life of the patient. Moreover, when prostate cancer is treated with Abirakast 250mg Tablet then the frequency of fractures is relatively less. Similarly, the increase in pain is less common with Abirakast 250mg Tablet.

Is Abirakast 250mg Tablet a chemotherapy drug?

Abirakast 250mg Tablet is a hormonal treatment not a chemotherapy drug. It is used to treat prostate cancer in adult men that has spread to other parts of the body. Abirakast 250mg Tablet stops your body from making testosterone. This can slow down the growth of prostate cancer.

Why do I need to take prednisolone with Abirakast 250mg Tablet?

Your doctor will always prescribe prednisolone with Abirakast 250mg Tablet. Taking these two medicines together lowers the risk of getting high blood pressure, fluid retention (having too much water in your body), or having reduced levels of potassium in your blood, which can occur due to Abirakast 250mg Tablet.

Does Abirakast 250mg Tablet affect liver?

Abirakast 250mg Tablet can cause severe liver problems. In very rare cases, Abirakast 250mg Tablet may even cause failure of the liver to function (called acute liver failure), which can even lead to death. Tell your doctor if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes, darkening of the urine, or severe nausea or vomiting, as these could be signs or symptoms of liver problems.

How frequently should the liver investigations be done?

Liver enzymes should be measured prior to starting the treatment, every two weeks for the first three months into the treatment, and monthly thereafter. If you develop clinical symptoms or signs suggestive of liver toxicity, liver enzymes should be measured immediately. If the liver enzyme levels are increased beyond certain levels, your doctor may temporarily discontinue the treatment with Abirakast 250mg Tablet.

How to take Abirakast 250mg Tablet?

Abirakast 250mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach with water 1 hour before eating or at least 2 hours after eating. Taking it with food may cause increased and variable levels of Abirakast 250mg Tablet in your blood which can be harmful. Remember not to crush or chew the tablet.

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