Abiraterone Acetate Medication Information

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The updated prescription information on Abiraterone Acetate provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Abiraterone Acetate

Pronunciation : A-bir-A-ter-one AS-e-tate

ICD Code : Y43.3 Therapeutic Classification : Chemotherapy

Trade Names/Brand Names of Abiraterone Acetate

International :

Zytiga

Why is Abiraterone Acetate Prescribed? (Indications)

Abiraterone acetate is used along with prednisolone (corticosteroid) for treating a type of prostate cancer called metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) previously called hormone-resistant cancer.

It works by blocking the effects of testosterone in the body and suppresses the cancer growth.

When should Abiraterone Acetate not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in pregnant women and patients with hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Abiraterone Acetate?

Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 1000mg once daily with prednisone 5mg twice daily.

How should Abiraterone Acetate be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.

What are the warnings and precautions for Abiraterone Acetate?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, high blood pressure, decrease in blood potassium level, adrenal gland insufficiency, liver or kidney disease, elderly, and in children.

• Monitor liver function, adrenocortical insufficiency, regularly while taking this medication.

• Women who are pregnant or who may be pregnant should not handle ZYTIGA without protection, e.g., gloves.

What are the side effects of Abiraterone Acetate?

♦Most Common- Joint swelling, fracture, liver impairment, decrease in blood potassium level, fluid retention, muscle discomfort, hot flush, diarrhea, urinary tract infection, cough, high blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm, urinary frequency, night time urination, indigestion and upper respiratory tract infection.