Zelgor 250 mg Tablet

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

most common side effects

USES OF ZELGOR TABLET

• Prostate cancer

BENEFITS OF ZELGOR 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.

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

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 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

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. Zelgor 250mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

HOW ZELGOR TABLET WORKS

Zelgor 250mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by preventing androgen (male hormone) production in man. This is done by inhibiting an enzyme (CYP17) that is responsible for the production of androgen. This is how it slows down the growth of prostate cancer.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

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

Pregnancy

Zelgor 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

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

Driving

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

Kidney

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

Liver

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