Xbira 500 Tablet
Manufacturer
Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition
Abiraterone Acetate (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Xbira 500 Tablet is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Xbira 500 Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach. Taking it with food may cause side effects. 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.
Directions for Use
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. Xbira 500 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Xbira 500 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.
Quick Tips
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. Xbira 500 Tablet is to be taken 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of taking Xbira 500 Tablet?
Xbira 500 Tablet helps prolong and improve life for patients with prostate cancer, reducing the frequency of fractures and pain. It is a hormonal treatment that stops testosterone production, slowing down cancer growth.
Is Xbira 500 Tablet a chemotherapy drug?
No, Xbira 500 Tablet is not a chemotherapy drug but a hormonal treatment used to treat prostate cancer in adult men. It works by stopping testosterone production, which can slow down cancer growth.
Why do I need to take prednisolone with Xbira 500 Tablet?
Your doctor will prescribe prednisolone with Xbira 500 Tablet to lower the risk of high blood pressure, fluid retention, or low potassium levels in your blood.
Can Xbira 500 Tablet affect my liver?
Yes, Xbira 500 Tablet can cause severe liver problems, including acute liver failure. Report symptoms such as yellowing skin or eyes, dark urine, nausea, or vomiting to your doctor.
How often should I have my liver investigated?
Liver enzymes should be measured before starting treatment, every two weeks for the first three months, and monthly thereafter. If you experience symptoms of liver toxicity, investigate immediately. If enzyme levels are elevated, your doctor may temporarily stop Xbira 500 Tablet treatment.
How should I take Xbira 500 Tablet?
Take Xbira 500 Tablet on an empty stomach with water one hour before eating or at least two hours after eating. Avoid crushing or chewing the tablet.
