Androblok Information

Androblok is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Androblok. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Androblok include Breast Tenderness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Androblok as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Androblok are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Androblok has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Androblok related warnings talks about Androblok's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

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

In addition to the above precautions for Androblok, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Androblok Benefits & Uses

Androblok is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Androblok 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

Androblok Related Warnings

Is the use of Androblok safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Androblok safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Androblok on the Kidneys?

Androblok rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Androblok on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Androblok. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Androblok on the Heart?

Androblok has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Androblok with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Cisapride

Pimozide

Terfenadine

Moderate

Warfarin

Androblok Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Androblok

Is this Androblok habit forming or addictive?

Androblok does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Androblok as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Androblok is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Androblok cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Androblok Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Androblok

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Androblok

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Androblok and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

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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