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Common uses
This medicine is an
androgen hormone inhibitor used in men to treat benign prostatic
hyperplasia (bph) which is swelling of the prostate. This medicine
works by lowering the amount of a hormone in your body called
dihydrotestosterone or dht. Reducing this hormone level in your body
may help to reduce the swelling of the prostate and reduce the
symptoms of bph.
Before using
Inform your doctor of
any other medical conditions, allergies, or pregnancy.
Use of this medicine
is not recommended if you are female. Contact your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using this
medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions
for using this medicine provided by your doctor. Take this medicine
at the same time each day. This medicine may be taken on an empty
stomach or with food. This medicine may be crushed if difficult to
swallow.
Store this medicine at
room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and
light. If you miss a dose of this medicine and you remember the same
day, take it as soon as possible. If you do not remember until the
next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
Do not take this
medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic
to any ingredient in this product. It may take 6 to 12 months for
this medicine to work. Do not stop taking this medicine without
checking with your doctor. Keep all doctor and laboratory
appointments while you are taking this medicine. This medicine may
alter certain laboratory test results such as a psa test. Make sure
all of your doctors and laboratory personnel know that you are taking
this medicine.
Before you begin
taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist.
For women:
this medicine is not intended for use in women or children. Any woman
who is pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle crushed
or broken tablets of this medicine. If a woman who is pregnant comes
in contact with crushed or broken tablets of this medicine, contact
your doctor as soon as possible.
Possible side
effects
Side effects that may
occur while taking this medicine include a change in sexual function
or desire, or breast enlargement. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. Contact your doctor immediately if you
experience skin rash, swelling of lips, lumps or pain in the breast,
discharge from breast, or testicular pain. An allergic reaction to
this medicine is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it
occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching,
swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
If you take
too much
If overdose is
suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room
immediately.
Additional
information
Do not share this
medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use this
medicine for other health conditions. Keep this medicine out of the
reach of children. If using this medicine for an extended period of
time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
Drug
interactions
Drug interactions can
result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its
job. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this
medicine. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. |
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