Zelgor 250
ZELGOR 250MG contains abiraterone which belongs to the group of medicines called antineoplastic agents.
It is used to treat metastatic prostate cancer in adult men. It is generally used in combination with prednisone or prednisolone to lower the risk of high blood pressure, edema (fluid retention in your body) or decrease in blood potassium levels.
It can also be used in combination with androgen deprivation therapy to lower testosterone levels in case of early-stage hormone sensitive prostate cancer.
Abiraterone inhibits androgen production in your body and reduces the growth of prostate cancer. This medicine must not be taken with food, because presence of meals can interfere with its effect.
During this treatment, your doctor would periodically check your blood to look for any unwanted side effects on your liver. click here : Zelgor 250
Most common side effect
The most common side effect of taking this medicine are fluid retention, irregular heartbeat, bone fractures or increased cholesterol levels.
Talk to your doctor if any of these symptom bothers you. Avoid concomitant use of this medicine with Ra-223, because it may increase the risks of bone fracture or death.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any heart or blood vessel conditions, including heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia).
Your doctor might suggest an alternative treatment. Male patients who are having sex with a woman who can become pregnant, must use a condom and another effective birth control method.
This medicine is strictly not recommended for use in male children and adolescents.
USES OF ZELGOR 250MG:
Treats metastatic prostate cancer in adult men
HOW ZELGOR 250MG WORKS:
ZELGOR 250MG inhibits the production of androgens by selectively binding and inhibiting the activity of the enzyme CYP17A1, which in turn leads to decrease in serum levels of testosterone and slows down the growth of prostate cancer.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
Take ZELGOR 250MG as directed by your physician. It should not be taken with meals.
Take this medicine either 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating meals. Swallow the medicine completely with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your condition. Continue to take this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ZELGOR 250MG:
SERIOUS
Muscle weakness or twitches
Palpitations (pounding heartbeat)
COMMON
Fluid retention in your legs or feet
High blood pressure
Urinary tract infection
Diarrhea
Chest pain
Irregular heartbeat, heart failure
Sepsis
Bone fractures
Indigestion
Blood in urine
Skin rash
Increased cholesterol levels
Decreased blood potassium levels
Increases liver damage
RARE
Lung irritation
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS:
Diarrhea:
Drink lots of fluids, such as water or juice, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any medicines without speaking to a doctor.
Skin rash:
Avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate the skin. Do not rub or scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Regularly use moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the affected area. If it does not get better, speak to a doctor.
INTERACTIONS:
Talk to your doctor, if you are taking,
Ra-223 (used to treat prostate cancer)
Ketoconazole (used to treat fungal infections)
Medicines used to treat heart problems (e.g. quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone and sotalol)
Medicines used to treat epilepsy (e.g. phenytoin)
Medicines for diabetes (e.g. insulin, metformin)
Herbal medicines (e.g., St John?s wort to treat depression) and others
Methadone (used to relieve pain or as part of drug addiction detoxification)
Moxifloxacin (used to treat bacterial infection)
Antipsychotics (used for serious mental illnesses) such as chlorpromazine
SYNOPSIS:
Drug : Abiraterone acetate
Pharmacological Category : Antineoplastic agent, Antiandrogens
Therapeutic Indication : Metastatic prostate cancer
Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection
MORE INFORMATION:
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
FAQ’s ABOUT ZELGOR 250MG:
Q: Can ZELGOR 250MG cure prostate cancer?
A: Yes. It is indicated to treat metastatic prostate cancer in adult males.
Q: Can ZELGOR 250MG be used with prednisolone?
A: Yes. It can be used in combination with prednisone or prednisolone to lower the risk of high blood pressure, edema (fluid retention in your body) or decrease in blood potassium levels.
Q: Is ZELGOR 250MG habit forming?
A: No. It is not habit-forming in nature.
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Zelgor 250mg Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach. Taking it with food may cause side effects. 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.
most common side effects
There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Other than this, yellowing of skin, loss of appetite, shortness of breath, dark urine and nausea can happen, which indicate some liver problem.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if have high blood pressure, heart problem, 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 level while on treatment.
USES OF ZELGOR TABLET
- Prostate cancer
BENEFITS OF ZELGOR TABLET
In Prostate cancer
The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all.
Zelgor 250mg 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 ZELGOR TABLET
Common side effects of Zelgor
- 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 ZELGOR TABLET
HOW ZELGOR TABLET WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney
Because of the limited information, cautious use of Zelgor 250mg Tablet is recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

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