Azel 160mg Tablet

Discover how Azel 160mg Tablet, formulated by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd with Enzalutamide (160mg), can assist with Prostate cancer,Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS),Excessive hair growth. This page provides a comprehensive overview of this medication, including its primary applications and further detailed information to support your understanding. Feel free to add it to your favorites or compare it with other available options.

MRP: ₹ 8700
Packing: 7.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Enzalutamide (160mg)
Brand: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Uses: Prostate cancer,Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS),Excessive hair growth

Description

Azel 160mg Tablet is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland
It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor
It works by blocking the effects of male hormones such as testosterone
Azel 160mg Tablet should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time every day
Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it
This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time
You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised
Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects
It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Headache, hot flashes, weakness and high blood pressure is very common side effect of this medicine
Other than this, fractures, falls, dry skin, pruritus,decreased appetite, and constipation might be observed as side effects
Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with liver function during treatment with this medicine
It makes your skin more sensitive towards sunlight, hence take extra caution while going out.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if have diabetes, seizures, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using
This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy
You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood glucose level while on treatment.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Azel 160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azel 160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Azel 160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azel 160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Azel 160mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	UNSAFE: Azel 160mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Azel 160mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azel 160mg Tablet.
Drug Action:	Androgen Receptor Antagonists
Therapeutic class:	ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Phenylimidazolidine Derivative

Uses of Azel 160mg Tablet

Prostate cancer Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) Excessive hair growth

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Azel 160mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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