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Bicatero

Bicatero

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Bicatero Information

Bicatero is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer.

The correct dosage of Bicatero depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Bicatero include Breast Tenderness. Some other side effects of Bicatero have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Bicatero are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Bicatero's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Bicatero's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Bicatero are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Bicatero have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Bicatero is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

  1. Bicatero Benefits & Uses
  2. Bicatero Dosage & How to Take
  3. Bicatero Side Effects
  4. Bicatero Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Bicatero with Other Drugs
  6. Bicatero Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Bicatero
  8. Bicatero Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Bicatero Benefits & Uses

Bicatero is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bicatero 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
  • Disease: Prostate Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: must be given concurrently with LHRH analog
Geriatric
  • Disease: Prostate Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: must be given concurrently with LHRH analog

Bicatero Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bicatero is used -

Moderate

Mild

Common

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Bicatero Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Bicatero safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect Bicatero will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown

  • Is the use of Bicatero safe during breastfeeding?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Bicatero in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Unknown

  • What is the effect of Bicatero on the Kidneys?


    Bicatero rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Bicatero on the Liver?


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Bicatero. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Bicatero on the Heart?


    Side effects of Bicatero rarely affect the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Bicatero with Other Drugs

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

Severe

LeflunomideCisapridePimozideTerfenadine

Moderate

Warfarin

Bicatero Contraindications

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

  • Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Bicatero

  • Is this Bicatero habit forming or addictive?


    Bicatero is not addictive in nature.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Bicatero since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Bicatero only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Bicatero for mental disorders.

    No

Bicatero Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Bicatero


    There is no information on the effects of taking Bicatero with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Bicatero


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Bicatero.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 227-228

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 302

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Casodex® (bicalutamide)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Calutex (bicalutamide)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Cosudex® (bicalutamide)

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