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Zelgor 500mg Tablet
Zelgor 500mg Tablet
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Introduction
Zelgor 500mg Tablet contains the active constituent abiraterone acetate. It is used in adult men to treat prostate cancer, which has spread to other parts of the body. It is usually given with steroid medication to lower the chances of side effects. When Zelgor 500mg Tablet is prescribed for an early stage of this disorder, it is used with testosterone lowering treatment. This medicine is not for use in women or children. Effective contraception must be taken throughout the treatment. This medicine contains lactose and sodium, inform your physician if you have lactose intolerance or on a salt control diet. Zelgor 500 mg substitutes include Zelprin, Zeltor, Zelnor, and generic enalapril or lisinopril formulations, depending on availability and doctor’s prescription.
Inform to the physician if the patients have liver problems, high blood pressure, heart disorders, low blood potassium, diabetes, allergic conditions, or other diseases. Make sure to inform your physician of all the medicines, including supplements and herbal medicines, you are taking before you start the treatment with this medication. The most common side effects of this medication are fluid in feet or legs, high blood pressure, and diarrhea. A decrease in red blood cells and reduced sex drive may also occur with the intake of Zelgor 500mg Tablet. This medicine should not be taken with Ra-223, which is used to treat prostate cancer. zelgor 500 mg price varies by retailer and location.
Uses
zelgor 500 mg uses are:
- Treatment of prostate cancer
How Zelgor 500mg Tablet Works
Zelgor 500mg Tablet works by inhibiting the production of hormone testosterone in the body. This can slow the growth of prostate cancer.
Interaction of Zelgor 500mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Zelgor 500mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.
Storage Conditions
Zelgor 500 mg storage instructions are :
- This medicine does not require any particular storage condition.
- Keep out of sight and reach of children.
How to take Zelgor 500mg Tablet
Zelgor 500mg Tablet medicine should always be consumed as per the direction of your physician or pharmacist. The drug should be taken by mouth. It should not be taken with food. Swallow the tablets whole with water without breaking them. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication and must not be eaten for at least 1 hour after taking the medicine. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch this medication without gloves.
Safety Advice for Zelgor 500mg Tablet
Breast Feeding
Zelgor 500mg Tablet is not indicated to be used in breastfeeding women. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting treatment with this medication.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to use Zelgor 500mg Tablet while consuming alcohol. Consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Liver
Talk to your doctor if you have any liver diseases before taking Zelgor 500mg Tablet, as this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders.
Lungs
Talk to your doctor if you have any lung conditions before starting treatment with Zelgor 500mg Tablet.
Driving
Zelgor 500mg Tablet is not likely to affect driving and the use of any tools or machines.
Pregnancy
Zelgor 500mg Tablet is not indicated to be used during pregnancy. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch this medication without gloves.
Side Effects
Zelgor 500 mg side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medical treatment. Although all medicines can cause side effects, everyone will not get them.
Serious:
- Low blood potassium levels (muscle weakness, muscle twitches, or pounding heartbeat)
Common
- Fluid in legs or feet
- Low blood potassium
- High blood pressure
- Urinary tract infection
- Diarrhea
- High-fat levels in the blood
- Chest pain
- Irregular heartbeat
- Rapid heart rate
- Bone fracture
- Indigestion
- Blood in urine
- Rash
Expert tips
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Inform your doctor about any liver problems, blood pressure, heart disorders, diabetes, or other medications before taking Zelgor 500 mg.
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Take the medicine exactly as prescribed, orally on an empty stomach, swallowing the tablet whole with water.
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Do not take it with food; ensure at least 2 hours between your last meal and the zelgor 500 mg dosage, and wait 1 hour after taking the tablet before eating.
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Regularly monitor blood pressure, potassium levels, and liver function tests while on this medication.
FAQs about Zelgor 500mg Tablet
Q1.
What is the correct way to take an Zelgor 500mg Tablet?
Zelgor 500mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor and it should be taken in an empty stomach. Food must be eaten at least 2 hours before taking the medication and the patient is advised to eat after 1hr after consuming the medication.
Q2.
Can Zelgor 500mg Tablet cure prostate cancer?
Zelgor 500mg Tablet does not cure prostate cancer and it is used to treat prostate cancer which has spread to other parts of the body. It is usually given with steroid medication to lower the chances of side effects. This medication is prescribed at an early stage of the disorder and it is used along with testosterone lowering treatment.
Q3.
Can Zelgor 500mg Tablet worsen liver diseases?
Zelgor 500mg Tablet is not recommended in the patients with severe liver conditions as it can worsen the situation. Inform the doctor if the patient has liver disorders before taking this medication.
Q4.
What is the mechanism of action of Zelgor 500mg Tablet?
Zelgor 500mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by preventing production of androgen and thereby inhibiting an enzyme responsible for the production of androgen.
Q5.
Is Zelgor 500mg Tablet a chemotherapy drug?
No, Zelgor 500mg Tablet is not the chemotherapy drug and it is the hormonal treatment used to treat prostate cancer. It prevents the production of testosterone thereby reducing the growth of prostate cancer.
Q6.
What are the side effects of Zelgor 500mg Tablet?
The common side effects of Zelgor 500mg Tablet are fluids in legs, low blood potassium levels, high blood pressure, urinary tract infection, irregular heart beat, diarrhea, rashes and indigestion.
Fact Box
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Molecule name: |
Abiraterone acetate |
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Therapeutic class: |
Antineoplastics |
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Pharmacological class: |
Androstene derivatives |
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Indications: |
1. Treatment of prostate cancer |
