Abtmed 250mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Manufactured By
medicamen
Pack of
120 Tablet in Bottle
Salt Composition
Abiraterone Acetate
Storage
Keep in cold place

Delivering To:
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Overview
Abtmed 250mg Tablet is used to treat prostate cancer in men that has spread to nearby organs. It is only prescribed for early-stage cancer. This drug reduces the secretion of male sex hormones, androgen, and testosterone & prevents the multiplication of the cancer cells in the body. Abtmed is not recommended for women and children.
Indication
Prostate Cancer
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Description
Abtmed 250mg Tablet is a hormonal therapy drug consisting of its active constituent abiraterone acetate. The doctor prescribes this tablet to treat early-stage prostate cancer in men. Abtmed 250mg Tablet is usually given with a steroid to lower the side effects of other anticancer medicines. This medicine reduces the secretion of male sex hormones by inhibiting the enzyme's action. Abtmed 250mg Tablet also relieves the associated symptoms such as difficulty in passing the urine. This tablet can also be a combination drug in other cancer therapies. Before taking the Abtmed tablet, share with your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney, or liver problems. Taking Abtmed 250mg Tablet can cause a drop in blood cell count, blood sugar, and kidney parameters, so your physician must monitor it regularly. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescribed and non-prescribed medications. These medicines can interact with Abtmed 250mg Tablet and may result in some undesirable effects. It is advised to use reliable methods of birth control and contraceptive pills to avoid pregnancy while under treatment. Abtmed 250mg Tablet should not be given to pregnant and breastfeeding women, as it may pass through the mother and harm the baby. This medicine should not be taken with Ra-223, which is another anticancer medicine to treat prostate cancer.
Side Effects
Like other anticancer medicines, Abtmed 250mg Tablet also has some common to severe side effects. These are undesired symptoms observed in the body after taking this tablet. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These adverse effects don't need special medical attention, but if you observe them continually, talk to your medical expert. Some of them are listed below:
Common side effects:
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Swelling
Joint pain
Fatigue
Cough
High BP
Constipation
Chest pain
Irregular & fast heart rate
Rashes
Severe side effects:
Urinary Tract Infection
Decreased potassium level in blood
Low blood count
Blood in urine
How To Use
Abtmed 250mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.
How It Works
Abtmed 250mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine used in hormonal therapy of prostate cancer. This medicine inhibits the action of the enzyme CYP17 which is responsible for the production of androgen and testosterone in males. It slows down the growth and multiplication of the cancer cells. Eventually, it restricts the cancer from spreading to other parts of the body and leads to death.
Safety Advice

Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Abtmed 250mg Tablet. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.

Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Abtmed 250mg Tablet may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such a condition.

Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Abtmed 250mg Tablet is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.

Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking the Abtmed 250mg Tablet.

Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Abtmed 250mg Tablet.

Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Abtmed 250mg Tablet if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
Missed Doses
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Abtmed 250mg Tablet. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately. Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Quick Tips
Abtmed 250mg Tablet is usually taken with another medicine, prednisolone to reduce unwanted side effects.
Your healthcare expert must monitor your blood sugar & pressure, potassium level, and liver function tests at regular intervals. Taking the Abtmed 250mg Tablet can cause fluctuations in their levels.
Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, or any heart, liver, and kidney problems before taking Abtmed 250mg Tablet.
Use reliable methods of birth control and contraceptive pills to avoid pregnancy while under treatment with Abtmed 250mg Tablet.
Abtmed 250mg Tablet contains lactose and sodium, share with your physician if you have lactose intolerance.
FAQs
Abtmed 250mg tablet is used as a hormonal therapy drug. The doctor prescribes this tablet for treating early-stage prostate cancer in men that has spread to other nearby parts of the body.
After taking Abtmed 250mg Tablet, your healthcare expert must measure liver enzyme every two weeks for the first three months into the treatment, and monthly thereafter. If the level seems to be increased, your doctor may temporarily discontinue the treatment with Abtmed tablet.
Abtmed 250mg Tablet does not completely cure prostate cancer but it reduces the chances of side effects of other anticancer medicines. This hormonal therapy drug lowers the production of male sex hormones; testosterone and androgen in the body. Eventually, it slows down the cancer to spread to other organs in the body.
No, Abtmed 250mg Tablet is a hormonal therapy drug, not a chemotherapy drug. This drug treats prostate cancer and prevents the production of male sex hormones. Eventually, it reduces the growth and multiplication of the cancer cells.
Abtmed 250mg Tablet is considered unsafe to use in patients suffering from liver problems. It may worsen the condition and in severe cases, it can cause liver failure leading to death. It is advised to consult your healthcare provider before taking this medicine.