Proscan250mg
Rx- Generic:
- Flutamide
- Company:
- Renata Limited
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Strip (10 Tablet)
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৳ 12/unit
Pack: ৳ 120
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At a glance
Flutamide is an antiandrogen medicine used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
Indications
- Metastatic prostatic carcinoma (Stage D2) - in combination with LHRH agonist
- Adjunctive therapy to orchiectomy
- Bulky locally advanced Stage B2 and Stage C prostatic carcinoma - prior to and during external beam radiotherapy
Dosage
Adult Dose:
- In combination with orchiectomy or LHRH agonist: 250 mg tablet three times a day at eight-hour intervals.
- Stage B2 and C prostatic carcinoma: 250 mg three times a day at eight-hour intervals. Start 8 weeks prior to radiation therapy and continue through the course.
* Use as directed by the registered physician
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Breast enlargement in males - 9%
- Nausea/Vomiting - 11%
- Diarrhea - 12%
- Anorexia - 4%
- CNS reactions (drowsiness/confusion/depression/anxiety) - 1%
- Anemia - 6%
- Leukopenia - 3%
- Thrombocytopenia - 1%
- Hypertension - 1%
Serious Side Effects: Hepatic injury (hepatitis, jaundice, hepatic necrosis) - <1%.
Precautions & warnings
Precautions:
- Periodic liver function tests and sperm count determinations must be performed on long-term treatment.
- Inform doctor if you develop signs of liver injury (pruritus, dark urine, persistent anorexia, jaundice, right upper quadrant tenderness or unexplained flu-like symptoms).
- Use with caution in cardiac disease (may cause fluid retention).
- Avoid during pregnancy and lactation.
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.