ABIRAPRO 250MG BOTT

ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablet contains the active substance Abiraterone Acetate 250mg. It belongs to a group of medicines known as Androgen Biosynthesis Inhibitors (Hormonal Anti-Cancer Medicines). It is primarily used for the treatment of advanced and metastatic prostate cancer in adult men. It works by reducing the production of testosterone and other male hormones that help prostate cancer cells grow and spread.

ABIRAPRO is commonly prescribed along with Prednisolone or Prednisone to help reduce treatment-related side effects and improve therapeutic outcomes.

Uses of ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

• Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer (mCRPC)
• Metastatic Hormone-Sensitive Prostate Cancer
• Advanced Prostate Cancer
• Prostate Cancer that has spread to other parts of the body
• Long-term hormonal management of prostate cancer

Therapeutic Effects of ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

ABIRAPRO works by blocking the CYP17 enzyme, which is essential for the production of testosterone and other androgens. Since prostate cancer cells depend on these hormones for growth, lowering hormone levels helps slow tumor growth and disease progression.

Interaction of ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets with Other Drugs

It is important to inform your healthcare professional about all medicines you are taking.

Notable interactions include:

• Ketoconazole
• Rifampicin
• Phenytoin
• Carbamazepine
• Ritonavir
• Metoprolol
• Warfarin
• St. John's Wort
• Other hormonal therapies for prostate cancer

More Information about ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 30°C.
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep tablets in the original container.
• Do not use expired medication.

How to Consume ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

ABIRAPRO is an oral medication that should be swallowed whole with water.

• Take on an empty stomach.
• Take at least 1 hour before food or 2 hours after food.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets.
• Follow the dosage prescribed by your oncologist carefully.

Safety Advice for ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

Breast Feeding

Not Applicable

This medicine is intended for use in adult male patients.

Alcohol

Caution

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol during treatment.

Liver

Caution

Patients with liver disease require close monitoring and may need dose adjustments. Severe liver impairment is generally a contraindication.

Kidneys

Use Under Medical Supervision

Kidney function monitoring may be advised during treatment.

Driving

Caution

ABIRAPRO may cause fatigue or weakness. Avoid driving if affected.

Pregnancy

Contraindicated

Not for use in women. It may cause harm to an unborn baby. Pregnant women should avoid handling broken tablets.

Side Effects of ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

Common Side Effects of ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

• Fatigue
• Joint pain
• High blood pressure
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Swelling of legs and ankles
• Low potassium levels
• Urinary tract infections

Serious Side Effects of ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

• Severe liver dysfunction
• Heart rhythm abnormalities
• Heart failure
• Severe hypertension
• Adrenal insufficiency
• Severe allergic reactions
• Severe hypokalemia (low potassium)

Word of Advice

Patients taking ABIRAPRO should undergo regular monitoring of liver function, blood pressure, potassium levels, and PSA levels. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed and never stop treatment without consulting your oncologist. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop severe swelling, chest pain, yellowing of the skin or eyes, irregular heartbeat, or severe weakness.

FAQs about ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

Q1. What is ABIRAPRO 250mg used for?

It is used to treat advanced and metastatic prostate cancer in adult men.

Q2. How does ABIRAPRO work?

It blocks androgen production by inhibiting the CYP17 enzyme, thereby reducing testosterone levels.

Q3. Is ABIRAPRO a chemotherapy medicine?

No. It is a hormonal anti-cancer therapy and not a chemotherapy drug.

Q4. Should ABIRAPRO be taken with food?

No. It should be taken on an empty stomach because food significantly increases absorption and may affect safety.

Q5. Why is Prednisolone prescribed with ABIRAPRO?

Prednisolone helps reduce hormone-related side effects and improves treatment tolerability.

Fact Box of ABIRAPRO 250mg Tablets

Molecule Name: Abiraterone Acetate 250mg

Therapeutic Class: Anti-Cancer Medicines

Pharmacological Class: Androgen Biosynthesis Inhibitor

Indications: Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer (mCRPC), Advanced Prostate Cancer, Metastatic Hormone-Sensitive Prostate Cancer, Long-Term Hormonal Therapy for Prostate Cancer.