Caluran Cp Information

Caluran Cp is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer.

The correct dosage of Caluran Cp 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.

Caluran Cp also has some side effects, the most common being Breast Tenderness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Caluran Cp as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Caluran Cp normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Caluran Cp's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Caluran Cp's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Caluran Cp contraindications section.

Additionally, Caluran Cp may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Caluran Cp Benefits & Uses

Caluran Cp is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Caluran Cp 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

Caluran Cp Related Warnings

Is the use of Caluran Cp safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Caluran Cp safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Caluran CP for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Caluran Cp on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Caluran CP on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Caluran Cp on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Caluran Cp on the Heart?

Side effects of Caluran CP rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Caluran Cp with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Cisapride

Pimozide

Terfenadine

Moderate

Warfarin

Caluran Cp Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Caluran Cp

Is this Caluran Cp habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Caluran Cp is addictive.

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

Caluran Cp does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Caluran Cp only as per medical advice.

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

No, Caluran Cp is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Caluran Cp Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Caluran Cp

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Caluran Cp with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Caluran Cp

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

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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