Caluran

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  • Contains / Salt: Bicalutamide (50 mg)
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    Caluran Information

    Caluran, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Prostate Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Caluran. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    Common side effects of Caluran include Breast Tenderness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Caluran as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Caluran are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

    Furthermore, you should know that effect of Caluran is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Caluran's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

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

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



    Caluran Benefits & Uses

    Caluran is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Caluran 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 Side Effects

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

    Moderate

    Mild

    • Rash
    • Dizziness
    • Swelling of Breast in Male
    • Sleepiness
    • Weakness
    • Nausea or vomiting
    • पेट दर्द
    • Dyspepsia
    • Weight gain
    • पेट की गैस

    Common

    • Breast Tenderness

    Caluran Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Caluran safe for pregnant women?


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

      Unknown
    • Is the use of Caluran safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


      Caluran may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


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

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


      Very few cases of side effects of Caluran on the heart have been reported.

      Mild


    Severe Interaction of Caluran with Other Drugs

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

    Severe

    Moderate



    Caluran Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Caluran

    • Is this Caluran habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Caluran has not been reported.

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


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

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


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

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


      No, Caluran cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Caluran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Caluran


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

      Unknown
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Caluran


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


    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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