Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets

Abiraterone Acetate Tablets 250 mg

Name	Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets
Salt	Abiraterone Acetate
Manufactured By	Glenmark
Packaging	120 Capsules
Use	Prostate Cancer

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Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets are primarily used in the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer. It contains the drug Abiraterone acetate, which is a CYP17A1 inhibitor.

Uses

The approved uses of Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets are as follows,

Treatment of metastatic prostate cancer in adult men

It is most commonly offered to men who have stopped responding to other hormone therapies.

How did Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets work?

Abiraterone acetate is a prodrug that activates on reaching the body. It selectively binds and inhibits the activity of the enzyme, CYP17A1. This reduces the production of androgens like testosterone, reducing the spread of prostate cancer.

Side Effects

Commonly seen side effects associated with Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets are as follows,

Fluid retention or peripheral edema
High blood pressure
Urinary tract infection
Diarrhea
Chest pain or Angina
Indigestion
Blood in urine
Skin rash
Increased cholesterol levels
Reduced potassium levels

Side effects like diarrhea can be managed by drinking an ample amount of water. In case of skin rash, avoid hot water baths or scrubbing or scratching the skin. The side effects usually resolve without any treatment, but contact a doctor if the side effects persist.

Some severe side effects reported are,

Sepsis
Heart failure
Increased liver damage
Bone fracture
Irregularities in Heartbeat or palpitations

In case of severe side effects, get medical help as soon as possible.

Risks to consider

Although Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets are not usually prescribed for women, studies suggest that they are unsafe for pregnant or breastfeeding mothers.

Talk to your doctor if you have a history of cardiac issues, heart failure, hypertension, hypokalemia, myocardial infarction, or ventricular arrhythmias.

It is also recommended to not use this medicine if you’ve had the hepatic disease in the past

Dosage

Take the Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets as prescribed by your doctor. The dosage varies with the severity of your condition.

Do not take this medicine with meals. Take it either 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating meals.

Do not crush or chew the tablet, rather swallow it completely with a glass of water. Continue this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results.

Name	Abirapro 250 Mg Tablets
Salt	Abiraterone Acetate
Manufactured By	Glenmark
Packaging	120 Capsules
Use	Prostate Cancer