Alkeprost 250mg Tablet

Short Description

Alkeprost 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Alkeprost 250mg 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 is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alkeprost 250mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Alkeprost 250mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by preventing androgen (male hormone) production in man. This is done by inhibiting an enzyme (CYP17) that is responsible for the production of androgen. This is how it slows down the growth of prostate cancer.

Treats prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Usually taken with another medicine called prednisolone to reduce unwanted side effects. Must be taken on an empty stomach. Always use effective birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver function, blood pressure, and the level of potassium in your blood while you are having treatment with this medicine.