Cosalon Information

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

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cosalon. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Cosalon are Breast Tenderness. Some other side effects of Cosalon have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cosalon go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Cosalon's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cosalon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cosalon related warnings section.

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

Drug reaction of Cosalon with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Cosalon Benefits & Uses

Cosalon is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Cosalon 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

Cosalon Related Warnings

Is the use of Cosalon safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Cosalon on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Cosalon safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Cosalon on the Kidneys?

Cosalon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cosalon on the Liver?

Cosalon can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cosalon on the Heart?

Cosalon has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cosalon with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Cisapride

Pimozide

Terfenadine

Moderate

Warfarin

Cosalon Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cosalon

Is this Cosalon habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cosalon.

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

Cosalon will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cosalon only as per medical advice.

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

Cosalon is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cosalon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cosalon

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cosalon and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cosalon

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

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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