Cyproterone
About Cyproterone
Cyproterone belongs to a group of medicines known as antiandrogen medicine. It is used to treat prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that only occurs in men and affects the prostate gland, a tiny gland under the bladder that produces semen.
Cyproterone contains Cyproterone, an antiandrogen medicine. Cyproterone blocks testosterone from reaching prostate cancer cells. Most prostate cancers require testosterone to grow. This can slow the growth of the cancer and may shrink it.
Use this medicine as directed by your doctor. You may sometimes experience feeling or being sick, loss of interest in sex (libido), erection problems, reduced sperm and ejaculate, trouble breathing, weight loss and weight gain, swelling in parts of the body (fluid build-up), mood changes, depression and weakness or feeling more tired than usual. Most of these side effects may gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.
Cyproterone is only for use in men. Men using Cyproterone must use effective birth control whenever they have sex during your treatment and for three months after their final dose. Consumption of alcohol is strictly avoided. During treatment, you may get fatigued and weak. If you are affected, do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in any activity that may endanger yourself or others.
Uses of Cyproterone
Medicinal Benefits
Cyproterone contains Cyproterone, which belongs to a group of medicines known as androgen receptor inhibitors. Most prostate cancers require testosterone to grow. In men, the testicles produce the majority of testosterone. Adrenal glands (Just above each kidney) produce a small quantity of testosterone. Cyproterone prevents testosterone from reaching cancer cells in the prostate. This can inhibit the growth of cancer and even cause it to shrink.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Cyproterone
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weakness or feeling more tired
- Loss of interest in sex (libido)
- Erection problems
- Reduced sperm and ejaculate
- Trouble breathing
- Weight loss
- Weight gain
- Swelling in parts of the body (fluid build-up)
- Mood changes
- Depression
Drug Warnings
Do not take Cyproterone if you are allergic or hypersensitive to any component present in it. You must take Cyproterone according to the instructions your doctor or pharmacist gives you. You must take Cyproterone exactly as prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. You must take the correct dose, not more or less. Consult your healthcare team before discontinuing Cyproterone or missing a dose. Talk to your doctor before taking Cyproterone if you have severe allergic reactions to medicines or foods or suffer from any medical illness. Use a condom or effective birth control method if you are having sex with pregnant women or women who can become pregnant.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Cyproterone may interact with disease conditions, including medicines used for the treatment of tuberculosis (e.g. rifampicin), medicines used for the treatment of epilepsy or other illnesses (e.g. phenytoin), HIV medications (e.g. ritonavir) and anti-fungal medications (e.g. ketoconazole, itraconazole, clotrimazole)
Drug-Food Interactions: Do not drink Alcoholic beverages while treated with Cyproterone. It can affect the way the medicine works.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before taking Cyproterone if you suffer from Infections (bacterial/fungal/protozoal/viral), liver diseases, any type of cancer (except for cancer of the prostate gland), meningioma (benign tumour of the tissue layer between the brain and the skull), diseases involving an unintended loss of weight or muscle, or blood clots (thrombosis or embolism) as it requires close monitoring.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Cyproterone.
Pregnancy
unsafeCyproterone is only for use in men. Women should not take this medication.
Breast Feeding
cautionCyproterone is only for use in men. Women should not take this medication.
Driving
cautionCyproterone may affect your reactions and your ability to drive. Do not drive and/or operate machines that require your alertness.
Liver
cautionInform your doctor if you have liver disease. It is not advised to use if you have a history of liver disease (including previous or existing liver tumours (unless caused by secondary cancers caused by prostate cancer), Dubin-Johnson Syndrome, or Rotor Syndrome).
Kidney
cautionInform your doctor before using Cyproterone if you have a kidney impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
cautionThe safety and effectiveness of Cyproterone in pediatric patients have not been established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
- Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
- Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
- Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
- Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs.
- Get optimal sleep; rest well.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Avoid fast, fried, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.
Special Advise
- Cyproterone should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Cyproterone.
- Your doctor may get routine blood tests done to monitor your liver function, electrolyte levels, and blood cell count in your blood.
- Peripheral blood counts should be frequently monitored during Cyproterone treatment and, when appropriate, until recovery is achieved.
- Do not donate sperm during treatment with Cyproterone for three months after your last dose.
- If you have diabetes, your doctor may need to alter the dose of medicine required to treat your diabetes.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Cancer: Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific body part grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. Cancer sometimes begins in one body part before spreading to other areas.
Prostate cancer: Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that only occurs in men and affects the prostate gland, a tiny gland under the bladder that produces semen. Inability to urinate easily, pain, numbness, or sexual issues are among the symptoms. For men, it is the most typical type of cancer. Although the exact cause of prostate cancer is unknown, it may be brought on by family history, chemical exposure, or both. Prostate cancer risk factors include a family history of the disease, advanced age, obesity, and genetic changes.
FAQs
Cyproterone is used to treat Prostate Cancer.
Most prostate cancers require testosterone to grow. Cyproterone contains Cyproterone, which blocks testosterone, a hormone, from reaching prostate cancer cells. Thus, Cyproterone can slow the cancer's growth and cause it to shrink.
Cyproterone is only for use in men. Women should not take this medication.
Yes, Cyproterone was generally a well-tolerated medication. Take Cyproterone pills exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. Do not change your dose or stop taking Cyproterone unless your healthcare physician instructs you. If you encounter side symptoms, your healthcare provider may temporarily discontinue your Cyproterone therapy or adjust your Cyproterone dose.
In some cases, Cyproterone may cause decreased fertility in men. However, you should not assume that your female partner cannot become pregnant. Please discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns.
Cyproterone, a prostate cancer medication, is used to treat prostate cancer.
