CYTOMID 250mg Tablet

ABOUT THE DRUG:

Flutamide is a synthetic, pure anti-androgen and non steroidal drug which is used to treat prostate cancer. Cytomid drug is not made for use in women. Flutamide is sold under several trade names. Flutamide is used in other cases in women such as Hyperandrogenism, Hirsuitism and PCOS.

USES OF THE DRUG:

Flutamide is used for the treatment of prostate cancer in men and is used in combination with several other combination drugs.

WORKING OF THE DRUG:

Flutamide medication functions by hindering the antigen activity in the prostate gland in men, which inhibits tumor growth and also shrinks the tumor. Flutamide is an anti-androgen. It works by interfering with antigen activity in the prostate, which stops tumor growth and allows the tumor to shrink.

MANUFACTURER:

Cytomid 250 mg tablet is manufactured by Cipla, India. You can buy Flutamide 250 mg online at Pillsblue.com.

DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

This drug is available in the tablet form in the following strength on our website:

Cytomid tablets 250 mg

DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG IF YOU:

Are allergic to this drug or any of the other ingredients present in this medicine
Are taking any other HIV combination drugs

TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

Have blood pressure or kidney problems
Have hemoglobin M deficiency
Have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
Have heart problems
Have bone marrow suppression
Have kidney problems

HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

The normal dosage of Flutamide is pegged at a total of 750mg per day. It is taken as 250mg tablets thrice per day at 8 hours gap. Your dosage may change for reasons already mentioned above. Always follow what your doctor has prescribed. The dosage is determined by the doctor after examining you properly.

HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

Take Flutamide medication (Drogenil, Cytomid) strictly as prescribed by your doctor and no changes whatsoever must be made to it without his or her advice.
Flutamide is normally taken three times a day 8 hours apart. Follow your doctor?s advice carefully.
Take each dose with a glass of water. Take flutamide exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist to explain them to you.
Always store Flutamide medication in a cool and dry place, away from heat and moisture. Ensure that children and pets do not have access to Flutamide or any other medications.
Take Flutamide with or without food, or as directed by your doctor. HIV is usually treated with a combination of drugs. Always take the prescribed drugs as directed by your doctor. Store this medication in a cool and dry place.

For how long to take it?

This drug controls the reproduction of HIV but it does not cure it. Take the drugs as long as your doctor recommends you to take it.

OVERDOSE:

If you overdose on Flutamide, you may experience these symptoms: slow breathing, dizziness, decreased activity, watery eyes, raised body hair, suppressed appetite, vomiting, or sedation. Get

MISS DOSE:

Do not miss a dose of Flutamide unnecessarily. But if you do miss a dose for some reasons, take it as soon as your remember it. However, forget about the missed dose if the time for the next dose is near. Do not take multiple doses close to each other to compensate for the missed dose as that will lead to extra medicine in your body at one time (overdose) which can be dangerous.

SIDE EFFECTS OF THE DRUG:

Contact your doctor immediately or seek urgent medical help if you experience these serious allergic reactions due to Flutamide: breathing difficulty, swelling on face, lips, tongue, or throat; or skin hives.
Flutamide can lead to extensive liver damage leading to hospitalization or death. Immediately seek medical attention if you experience these symptoms while taking Flutamide: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, unusual fatigue, appetite loss, symptoms of flu, yellow skin or eyes, itching, clay colored stools, or dark urine.
Some other less severe side effects of Flutamide which have been observed over time are diarrhea, skin rash, increased sensitivity to sunlight, lower libido, impotence, decreased sperm count, rectal bleeding or inflammation, bloody urine, or amber or greenish urine.
These lists of side effects are non exhaustive and there may be other side effects. Seek medical help if you witness any other severe side effects.

COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

Other drugs may interact with Flutamide, so before taking it, share your list of any present medications with your doctor. Some medications like a blood thinner such as Warfarin may interact with Flutamide to cause bleeding. Other drugs not listed above may also interact with Flutamide as this is not a complete guide. Consult your doctor before taking this medication.

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

Remember to follow any diet, medicine, or activity restriction which your doctor may have advised while taking Flutamide
Store this medication in a cool and dry place
Never start a new medication without consulting your doctor first

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Cytomid 250 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 works by blocking the effects of male hormones such as testosterone.

Cytomid 250 Tablet should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time every day. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised.

Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. click here : Cytomid 250

Common side effects

Breast enlargement in males, sleepiness, nausea, and vomiting are some very common side effects of this medicine.
Other than this, yellowing of the skin, loss of appetite, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, dark urine, and skin rashes are some side effects that require immediate action.

Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with liver function during treatment with this medicine. It makes your skin more sensitive towards sunlight, hence take extra caution while going out.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if have diabetes, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections.

Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using.

This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby.

The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.  You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while on treatment.

USES OF CYTOMID TABLET

• Prostate cancer

BENEFITS OF CYTOMID TABLET

In Prostate cancer

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.

Cytomid 250 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 CYTOMID 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 Cytomid

• Breast enlargement in male
• Sleepiness
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Breast tenderness
• Constipation
• Decreased appetite
• Decreased libido
• Depression
• Dizziness
• Indigestion
• Flatulence
• Hot flashes
• Increased liver enzymes
• Rash
• Weakness
• Weight gain
• Vomiting

HOW TO USE CYTOMID 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. Cytomid 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW CYTOMID TABLET WORKS

Cytomid 250 Tablet blocks the effect of the natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells. Cytomid 250 Tablet also blocks the undesired effects of androgens in females such as excessive hair growth and acne.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cytomid 250 Tablet.

Pregnancy

Cytomid 250 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

Information regarding the use of Cytomid 250 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

It is not known whether Cytomid 250 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

Cytomid 250 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cytomid 250 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Cytomid 250 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.