Abiraterone

Generic name: abiraterone acetate

Brand names: Yonsa, Zytiga

Dosage form: oral tablet (125 mg; 250 mg; 500 mg)

Dosage form: Tablet
Root of administration: Oral
Dose: 125, 250, 500 mg

Drug class: Miscellaneous antineoplastics

Mechanism of action: works by reducing androgen production in the body

Drug usage cases: Abiraterone is used together with steroid medication (prednisone or methylprednisolone) to treat prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. abiraterone is used in men whose prostate cancer cannot be treated with surgery or other medicines.

Drug contra indications: Abiraterone is not for use by women or children.

Side effects:  

• hives
• difficult breathing
• swelling of your face lips, tongue, or throat.

Warnings: should not be used if you are allergic to it.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding: Abiraterone tablets should not be handled by a woman who is pregnant or who may become pregnant. This medicine can harm an unborn baby or cause miscarriage.