| Active Ingredient | Bicalutamide |
| Brand | Icalute |
| Country of origin | India |
| Form | Oral Tablet |
Icalute 50mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-cancer medicine used for the treatment of prostate cancer. It contains the active ingredient Bicalutamide that belongs to a group of medicines called anti-androgens. This medicine is used in men under medical supervision and is not recommended for use in females, children, or adolescents.
Clinical Uses
Icalute 50mg Tablet is used to treat advanced prostate cancer in men. It can be used in combination with luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) medicine or after surgical removal of the testicles.
How It Works
Icalute 50mg Tablet works by blocking the action of male hormones called androgens, especially testosterone. These hormones can help to grow the prostate cancer cells. The active ingredient Bicalutamide, blocks testosterone from attaching to prostate cancer cells. This action slows down the growth of the cells.
This medicine is usually used in combination with an LHRH analog. Together, these medicines reduce the testosterone level and block its effects on cancer cells. As a result, it may reduce prostate cancer growth.
Side Effects
Side effects of Icalute 50mg Tablet include:
- Breast enlargement in men
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Breast tenderness
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Weakness
- Swelling in your ankles, legs, or feet
- Dizziness
- Anemia
- Infection
- Body pain
Consult your doctor if you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine to manage the symptom.
Precautions & Warnings
- Icalute 50mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm leading to birth defects or pregnancy loss. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- Icalute 50 mg Tablet is unsafe for breastfeeding women. It may be toxic to the baby.
- Driving is not safe while taking this medication, as it can cause dizziness or affect your vision.
- Limit or avoid alcohol during the medication.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease.
- Patients with a history of diabetes mellitus should use this medicine with caution, as it can increase glucose levels in the blood.
Drug Interactions
Icalute 50 mg Tablet can interact with certain medications. Inform your doctor about any other medicines you are taking.
Some of the medicines that can interact with Icalute 50mg Tablet are:
- Etrasimod
- Pimozide
- Methadone
- Ozanimod
- Lomitapide
- Leflunomide
- Quinidine
- Thioridazine
- Clozapine
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