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Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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NILUTAMIDE-150MG
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India
Other Info - ZAN0185

FAQs

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's contains Nilutamide, which works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer.
No, do not stop taking Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor. It is recommended to take this medicine for the entire prescribed duration, even when symptoms improve or resolve.
Take Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's as advised by your doctor. However, if you forget or miss any dose of Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for your next dose. But do not double the dose.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor if you have concerns.

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

Not intended for women.

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

Not intended for women.

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Driving

Caution

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's may decrease alertness or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's until your vision improves.

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Liver

Caution

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. This medicine may cause hepatitis. Hence, inform your doctor if you observe symptoms such as nausea, dark yellow-coloured urine, or jaundice. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition. Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's is contraindicated for patients with severe hepatic insufficiency.

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Kidney

Caution

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition. Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's is contraindicated for patients with severe renal insufficiency.

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Children

Unsafe

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established.

Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/207631Orig1s000lbl.pdf
  2. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00665
  3. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a697044.html
  4. https://reference.medscape.com/drug/nilandron-nilutamide-342222
  5. https://www.oncolink.org/cancer-treatment/oncolink-rx/nilutamide-nilandron-r-anandron
  6. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/nilutamide.html

About Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's is an anti-androgen medicine used in the treatment of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is a condition that occurs when the prostate gland cells increase abnormally. Symptoms may include difficulty in urinating, pain, numbness, etc. It is used in the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer in combination with surgical castration.

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's contains Nilutamide, which belongs to the class of androgen inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer. 

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's may cause certain side effects such as nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhoea, muscle weakness, confusion, hot flushes, loss of appetite and difficulty breathing. These side effects usually disappear without any medical attention. Take Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor.

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing or a history of liver/kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, adrenocortical insufficiency, and respiratory problems before taking Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's. Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established. This medicine is only intended for male patients.

Uses of Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's

Prostate Cancer

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Medicinal Benefits

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's contains Nilutamide, which belongs to the class of androgen inhibitors. Testosterone is a natural hormone produced by the body. This causes an increase in cancer cells in the prostate gland. Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer. It is mainly intended for use in men only.

Directions for Use

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's should be taken as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of medicine.

Side Effects of Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's

  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Confusion
  • Hot Flushes
  • Loss of Appetite
  • Constipation
  • Difficulty breathing

Drug Warnings

Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Let your doctor know about your complete medical and medication history beforehand to rule out any side effects. Inform your doctor if you have/had any conditions like liver/kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, or taking any other medicines before taking Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause serious side effects. Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established. Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's may cause intestinal pneumonitis hepatitis.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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NilutamideZiprasidone
Critical
NilutamideDisopyramide
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe hepatotoxicity and renal toxicity.
  • This medicine may cause laboratory abnormalities like elevated alkaline phosphatase and hypokalemia.
  • Regular monitoring of liver and kidney functioning is recommended, with liver/kidney function tests recommended during Zandron 150 mg Tablet 10's usage.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try to take vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, spinach and kale. This food slows the growth of prostate cancer and even reduces the risk of prostate cancer.
  • It is advised to consume fewer dairy products as these foods may increase the risk of prostate cancer. 
  • Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles, reduces fatigue, helps in weight loss and gives strength.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by doing regular simple exercises and yoga. 
  • Getting adequate sleep as resting helps improve your health and mental ability and improves attention. 
  • Avoid including high amounts of red meat in your diet. When meat is cooked, it may increase the risk of developing prostate cancer.