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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , Pharm-D (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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About Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet

Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet is an anti-androgen medicine used in the treatment of prostate cancer. It is used to treat metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (a condition where cancer does not get controlled with hormonal therapy) and metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (a condition where cancer has spread to other parts of the body but can be controlled) in men. Prostate cancer is a condition that occurs when the prostate gland cells increase abnormally. Symptoms may include difficulty in urinating, pain, numbness, etc.

Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet contains Abiraterone acetate, which belongs to the class of androgen biosynthesis inhibitors. Testosterone is a natural hormone produced by the body. This causes an increase in cancer cells in the prostate gland. Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer. 

Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet may cause certain side effects such as nausea, dizziness, heartburn, headache, diarrhoea, muscle weakness, joint pain, confusion, hot flushes, loss of appetite and groin pain. These side effects usually disappear without any medical attention. However, if these side effects persist, inform your doctor. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. It should be taken on an empty stomach at least 2 hours before or after meals. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on the severity of your disease.

Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing or a history of liver/kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, adrenocortical insufficiency, hypokalemia, hypoglycaemia, fluid retention before taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet. Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet is not recommended for use in women and children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established. Inform your doctor of all your ongoing medications to avoid interactions. This medicine is used in combination with prednisolone for the treatment of prostate cancer. 

Uses of Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet

Prostate Cancer

Directions for Use

Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach at least two hours before or after a meal. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of medicine. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush or break the medicine.

Medicinal Benefits

Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet contains Abiraterone acetate, which belongs to the class of androgen biosynthesis inhibitors. Testosterone is a natural hormone produced by the body. This causes increase of cancer cells in prostate gland. Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer. Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet is used in combination with prednisolone for the treatment of prostate cancer. It is mainly intended for use in men only.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Heartburn
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Joint Pain
  • Confusion
  • Hot Flushes
  • Loss of Appetite
  • Groin Pain

Drug Warnings

Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Inform your doctor if you have/had any conditions like liver/kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, adrenocortical insufficiency, hypokalemia, hypoglycaemia, fluid retention or taking any other medicines before taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet as it may cause serious side effects. Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet is not recommended for use in women and children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established. This medicine is used in combination with prednisolone for the treatment of prostate cancer.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AbirateroneThioridazine
Critical
AbirateroneMesoridazine
Critical

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AbirateroneThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Thioridazine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet and Thioridazine together is not recommended and can result in an interaction; it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or a rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateroneMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Mesoridazine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet and Mesoridazine together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction. It can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateroneEliglustat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Eliglustat can increase the levels of Eliglustat in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Eliglustat is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, slow heart rate, weak pulse, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateroneSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Saquinavir can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet and Saquinavir together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction; it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateroneZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with ziprasidone can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet and ziprasidone, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateroneEdoxaban
Severe
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Edoxaban can increase the levels of Edoxaban in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects like serious bleeding complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Edoxaban together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness; lightheadedness; red or black, tarry stools; coughing up or vomiting blood that looks like coffee grounds; severe headache; and weakness, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateronePasireotide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Pasireotide can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Pasireotide together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateroneGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Gatifloxacin can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Gatifloxacin together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateroneBrexpiprazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Brexpiprazole can increase the levels of Brexpiprazole in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects like abnormal muscle movements or low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Brexpiprazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, convulsions, muscle spasms, uncontrolled movements, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and increased pulse or heart rate, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AbirateroneVenetoclax
Severe
How does the drug interact with Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Venetoclax can increase the levels of Venetoclax in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects like bleeding problems, kidney injury, and the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet with Venetoclax together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try to take vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, spinach and kale. This food slows the growth of prostate cancer and even reduces the risk of prostate cancer.
  • It is advised to consume fewer dairy products as these foods may increase the risk of prostate cancer. 
  • Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles, reduces fatigue, helps in weight loss and gives strength.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by doing regular simple exercises and yoga. 
  • Getting adequate sleep as resting helps improve your health and mental ability and improves attention. 
  • Avoid including red meat high amounts of meat in your diet. When meat is cooked, it may increase the risk of developing prostate cancer.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC

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FAQs

Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet contains Abiraterone acetate, which belongs to the class of androgen biosynthesis inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the production of the testosterone hormone and thus stops the growth and spread of cancer.

No, do not stop taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. It is recommended to take this medicine for the entire prescribed duration, even when symptoms improve or resolve.

The common side-effects of Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet are nausea, dizziness, heartburn, headache, diarrhoea, muscle weakness, joint pain, confusion, hot flushes, loss of appetite, and groin pain. These side effects usually do not require any medical attention.

Take Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. However, if you forget or miss any dose of Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for your next dose. But do not double the dose.

Inform your doctor if you have a pre-existing or a history of liver/kidney disease, hypoglycemia, hypokalemia, bone disorders, adrenocortical insufficiency, fluid retention and cardiovascular conditions before taking Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • FLECAINIDE
  • VENLAFAXINE

Special Advise

  • Abirasayoka 250mg Tablet is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe hepatotoxicity.
  • This medicine may cause the laboratory abnormalities like elevated alkaline phosphatase, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, and hypokalemia.
  • It is also advised to perform frequent checkups on your potassium, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Prostate cancer: The prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland present under the bladder which is responsible for the production of seminal fluid. Prostate cancer is a carcinogenic condition that occurs when the cells of the prostate gland increase out of control. The main cause of this condition is unknown. However, a few underlying reasons that increase the risk for this condition include age, family history, ethnic group, genetic factors, obesity, etc.

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