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What is Casodex (Bicalutamide Oral) ?
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How is Casodex (Bicalutamide Oral) Pronounced? bye-kah-LEW-tuh-mide
Who is the Manufacturer of Casodex? Astrazeneca
What is Casodex Used For? Casodex is used in combination with other medication for the treatment of a certain stage of prostate cancer (metastatic prostate cancer).
How To Use Casodex
Take this by mouth exactly as directed, usually once a day in the morning or the evening. It is best to take Casodex at the same time each day. This may be taken with or without meals. Do not increase your dose or stop taking Casodex without first consulting your doctor.
Casodex Side Effects
Casodex may cause hot flashes, diarrhea, constipation, general body aches, dizziness, nausea, increased urination, cough, swelling or tenderness of the breasts or decreased sexual desire. Inform your doctor promptly if any of these symptoms continue or become severe. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following effects: breathing trouble, swelling of the hands or feet, bloody urine, depression, flu-like symptoms (fever, chills), unusual weakness. Rarely, serious (possibly fatal) liver disease could occur. Seek immediate medical attention if these side effects occur: dark urine, stomach pain, yellowing eyes/skin, extreme fatigue. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Casodex Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver disease, allergies (especially drug allergies). Casodex must be taken under close medical supervision so your response can be monitored. Serious reactions (including premature death) might infrequently occur while using only bicalutamide therapy for localized prostate cancer. Ask for more details, and discuss the risks and benefits of your prostate therapy with your doctor. Bicalutamide is not recommended for use in women or children. Bicalutamide must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. It is not known if Casodex is excreted into breast milk. Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.
Casodex Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription or prescription medication you use, particularly of: blood thinners. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Casodex Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Missed Casodex Dose
Try to take each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Casodex Storage
Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
| Generic and Namebrand Variations |
|---|
| Label Name | Unit | Package | Color | Shape | Flavor | NDC |
|---|
| Casodex 50mg Tablet |
Tab |
Blist Pack |
White |
Round |
|
00310070539 |
| Casodex 50mg Tablet |
|
Bottle |
White |
Round |
|
54868450300 |
| Casodex 50mg Tablet |
|
Bottle |
White |
Round |
|
66116021230 |
| Casodex 50mg Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
White |
Round |
|
00310070510 |
| Casodex 50mg Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
White |
Round |
|
00310070530 |
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