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Honvan Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Honvan Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Honvan Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Honvan Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Honvan Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
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Composition :

FOSFESTROL-120MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Cadila

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Honvan Tablet

Honvan Tablet belongs to the class of anticancer drugs called non-steroidal oestrogens used to treat prostate cancer in an adult male. Prostate cancer is prostate gland cancer (a small gland under the bladder secretes fluid that nourishes and protects sperm) found only in men (mostly after 50 years of age). The symptoms include difficulty in urination, pain, numbness or sexual problems.

Honvan Tablet contains Fosfestrol, a synthetic, non-steroidal form of oestrogen (female sex hormone) that works by getting converted to active oestrogen in the body. Prostate cancer cells require androgens (male hormones) such as testosterone to grow rapidly. Oestrogen lowers the blood levels of androgens and prevents its effects at the tumour site. Thereby, Honvan Tablet prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells and eventually shrinks the prostate tumour.

Take Honvan Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Honvan Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience breast enlargement in males, fluid retention, nausea, impotence (erectile dysfunction), stomach cramps, fever, dizziness or bone pain. Most of these side effects of Honvan Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Honvan Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Honvan Tablet is usually not recommended for women. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Honvan Tablet . Elderly should use Honvan Tablet with caution due to the high risk of adverse effects. If you have diabetes, blood vessel disorder, high blood pressure, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Honvan Tablet .

Uses of Honvan Tablet

Prostate cancer

Directions for Use

Take Honvan Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Honvan Tablet contains Fosfestrol, an inactive synthetic oestrogen (sex hormone) used to treat prostate cancer. Honvan Tablet gets converted to active oestrogen in the body. Prostate cancer cells require androgens (male sex hormones) such as testosterone to grow rapidly. Oestrogen lowers the blood levels of androgens and prevents its effects at the tumour site. Thereby, Honvan Tablet prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells and eventually shrinks the prostate tumour. Also, Honvan Tablet relieves difficulty in urination like urinary incontinence. 

Storage

Keep Honvan Tablet out of reach and sight of children.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Honvan Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Honvan Tablet is usually not recommended for women. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Honvan Tablet . Honvan Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly (above 65 years) due to the high risk of adverse effects. Regular tests are recommended to monitor liver functioning and if there is any severe disturbance in liver functioning, avoid taking Honvan Tablet . If you have diabetes, blood vessel disorder, high blood pressure, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Honvan Tablet . 

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include fish, soy, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, kale, broccoli and oils containing omega-3 fatty acids such as olive oil as these foods may reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
  • Avoid grilled meat, red meat, saturated fat found in animal products, milk and dairy products as they may increase the risk of prostate cancer.
  • Exercise regularly to lose weight as obesity is also considered as a risk factor for prostate cancer.
  • Quit smoking to reduce the risk of prostate cancer.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC

Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Sunny S

Reviewed By

Sunny S

MBBS

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:34 AM IST

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FAQs

Honvan Tablet contains Fosfestrol, an inactive synthetic oestrogen (sex hormone) that gets converted to active oestrogen in the body. Prostate cancer cells require androgens (male sex hormones) such as testosterone to grow rapidly. Oestrogen lowers the blood levels of androgens and prevents its effects at the tumour site. Thereby, Honvan Tablet prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells and eventually shrinks the prostate tumour.

Yes, Honvan Tablet relieves difficulty in urination and makes it easier to urinate by shrinking the prostate tumour. This reduces pressure on the urinary bladder, thereby preventing pain and intense urge to urinate.

Honvan Tablet should be used with caution in diabetic patients as it may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels. Therefore, it is advised to regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Honvan Tablet and inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking Honvan Tablet .

Honvan Tablet may cause dizziness as a temporary side effect in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Honvan Tablet to experience this adverse effect. However, if you feel dizzy after taking Honvan Tablet , avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

Honvan Tablet is not recommended for patients suffering from heart problems as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any heart problems before taking Honvan Tablet .

Special Advise

Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Honvan Tablet to monitor liver functioning.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Prostate cancer: It is the cancer of the prostate gland (a small gland under the bladder that produces semen) found only in men. The symptoms include difficulty in urination, pain, numbness or sexual problems. It is the most common type of cancer in men. The cause of prostate cancer is unknown and may be caused due to exposure to certain chemicals or family history. Certain factors increase the risk of prostate cancer such as the family history of prostate cancer, older age, obesity or genetic changes.

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