Bicatero 50 mg (Bicalutamide)

What is Bicatero 50 mg?

Bicatero 50 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It works by blocking the effects of male hormones such as testosterone.

Bicatero 50mg Tablet should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time every day. 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.

How Bicatero 50 mg Tablet Works

Bicatero 50mg Tablet blocks the effect of the natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells. Bicatero 50mg Tablet also blocks the undesired effects of androgens in females such as excessive hair growth and acne.

How To Use Bicatero 50 mg Tablet

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. Bicatero 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits Of Bicatero Tablet

In Prostate cancer

Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Bicatero 50mg Tablet decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.

Side Effects Of Bicatero Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bicatero

• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Rash
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Decreased appetite
• Dizziness
• Hot flashes
• Nausea
• Weakness
• Nocturia (increased urge to urinate during the night)
• Edema (swelling)

Warning

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bicatero 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Bicatero 50mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor’s advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breastfeeding

Information regarding the use of Bicatero 50mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

It is not known whether Bicatero 50mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

Bicatero 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Bicatero 50mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

Bicatero 50mg Tablet should be use with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bicatero 50mg Tablet may be need. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

FAQ’s

1. Can Bicatero 50 mg Tablet cause infertility?

There is limit data to support that Bicatero 50mg Tablet causes infertility. Bicatero 50mg Tablet has been show to affect fertility in animals and therefore it is assume that it may cause fertility on humans. Some studies have shown that it affects spermatogenesis (origin and development of the sperm cells).

2. What should I avoid while taking Bicatero 50 mg Tablet?

Skin sensitivity has been observe in some patients while taking Bicatero 50mg Tablet. Therefore, you should avoid direct sun exposure, sunlamps, and tanning beds. It is advise to use a sunscreen during treatment with Bicatero 50mg Tablet.

3. Is Bicatero 50 mg Tablet a form of chemotherapy?

No, Bicatero 50mg Tablet is not a form of chemotherapy medicine, it is anti-androgen medicine. Androgens such as testosterone are natural male sex hormones. Bicatero 50mg Tablet works by blocking the effect of androgens (testosterone) in order to stop the growth and spread of cancer cells.

4. Does Bicatero 50 mg Tablet cause hair loss?

Yes, Bicatero 50mg Tablet may cause hair loss as it is a common side effect. However, this does not affect everyone. Consult your doctor, if hair loss is worrying you.