Biprosta Information

Biprosta, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer.

The correct dosage of Biprosta 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Biprosta also has some side effects, the most common being Breast Tenderness. While these are the most often observed Biprosta side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Biprosta 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.

Biprosta's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Biprosta related warnings talks about Biprosta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Biprosta contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Biprosta may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Biprosta is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Biprosta Benefits & Uses
Biprosta Dosage & How to Take
Biprosta Side Effects
Biprosta Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Biprosta with Other Drugs
Biprosta Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Biprosta
Biprosta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Biprosta Benefits & Uses

Biprosta is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Biprosta 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

Biprosta Related Warnings

Is the use of Biprosta safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Biprosta for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Biprosta safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Biprosta in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Biprosta is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Biprosta on the Kidneys?

Biprosta rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Biprosta on the Liver?

Biprosta may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Biprosta on the Heart?

Biprosta has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Biprosta with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Cisapride

Pimozide

Terfenadine

Moderate

Warfarin

Biprosta Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Biprosta

Is this Biprosta habit forming or addictive?

Biprosta 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 Biprosta since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Biprosta only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Biprosta for mental disorders.

No

Biprosta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Biprosta

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Biprosta together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Biprosta

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Biprosta with alcohol.

Unknown

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Tabi Tablet (30) - ₹1260
Tabi Tablet (10) - ₹345
Caluran 50 Tablet - ₹1040
Calutide CP 50 Tablet - ₹1109
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Casodex 50 Mg Tablet - ₹689
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Ablu Tablet - ₹197
Bicalpro Tablet - ₹440
Caludec Tablet - ₹346
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Bicalutamide Tablet - ₹510
Castramid Tablet - ₹252

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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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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