Abiraterone Acetate Benefits & Uses

Abiraterone Acetate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Abiraterone Acetate Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Abiraterone Acetate Related Warnings

Is the use of Abiraterone Acetate safe for pregnant women?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
Is the use of Abiraterone Acetate safe during breastfeeding?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
What is the effect of Abiraterone Acetate on the Kidneys?

Abiraterone Acetate is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Abiraterone Acetate on the Liver?

Side effects of Abiraterone Acetate rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Abiraterone Acetate on the Heart?

Side effects of Abiraterone Acetate rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Abiraterone Acetate with Other Drugs

Abiraterone Acetate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenobarbital

Moderate

Abiraterone Acetate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Abiraterone Acetate unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Abiraterone Acetate

Is this Abiraterone Acetate habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Abiraterone Acetate.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Abiraterone Acetate as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Abiraterone Acetate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Abiraterone Acetate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Abiraterone Acetate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Abiraterone Acetate

When consumed with certain foods, Abiraterone Acetate may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Abiraterone Acetate

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Abiraterone Acetate with alcohol will be.

Unknown