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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Composition :

ENZALUTAMIDE-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Xylutide 40 Capsule

Xylutide 40 Capsule belongs to a group of medicines known as androgen receptor inhibitors. It is used to treat prostate cancer. Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific body part grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can attack and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that only occurs in men and affects the prostate gland, a tiny gland under the bladder that produces semen.

Xylutide 40 Capsule contains Enzalutamide, an androgen receptor blocker (inhibitor). Enzalutamide blocks testosterone from reaching prostate cancer cells. Most prostate cancers require testosterone to grow. This can slow the growth of the cancer and may shrink it.

Use this medicine as directed by your doctor. You may sometimes experience trouble breathing (pneumonia), weakness or feeling more tired than usual, back pain, diarrhoea, pain in your joints, swelling (in your hands, arms, legs or feet), muscle or bone pain, muscle weakness, headache, cold-like symptoms, dizziness, high blood pressure and trouble falling or staying asleep (insomnia). Most of these side effects may gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Enzalutamide is only for use in men. Men using this Xylutide 40 Capsule must use effective birth control whenever they have sex during your treatment and for three months after their final dose. In rare cases, Xylutide 40 Capsule may cause seizures, so tell your doctor if you have or have ever had seizures. Because of the risk of seizure associated with Xylutide 40 Capsule use, patients should be advised of the risk of engaging in any activity where sudden loss of consciousness could cause serious harm to themselves or others. Consumption of alcohol is strictly avoided.

Uses of Xylutide 40 Capsule

Prostate Cancer

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Xylutide 40 Capsule contains Enzalutamide, which belongs to a group of medicines known as androgen receptor inhibitors. Most prostate cancers require testosterone to grow. In men, the testicles produce the majority of testosterone. Adrenal glands (Just above each kidney) produce a small quantity of testosterone. Enzalutamide is preventing testosterone from reaching cancer cells in the prostate. This can inhibit the growth of the cancer and even cause it to shrink.

Storage

Keep Xylutide 40 Capsule out of reach and sight of children.
Side effects of Xylutide 40 Capsule
  • Wear compression garments like stockings, sleeves, or gloves to apply pressure and help stop fluid from building up, especially after the swelling goes down.
  • Move around and do exercises to help the fluid circulate, especially in swollen limbs. Ask your doctor for specific exercises.
  • Raise the swollen area above your heart level several times a day, even while sleeping, to help reduce swelling.
  • Gently massage the swollen area with firm but not painful pressure.
  • Keep the swollen area clean and moisturized to prevent injury and infection.
  • Reduce salt intake to help prevent fluid from building up and worsening the swelling, as advised by a doctor.
  • If the swelling does not get better after a few days of home treatment or worsens, consult your doctor right away.
Here are the 7 step-by-step strategies to manage the side effect of "inability to sleep" caused by medication usage:
  • Prepare for a restful night's sleep: Develop a calming pre-sleep routine, like reading or meditation, to help your body relax and prepare for sleep.
  • Create a sleep-conducive Environment: Make bedroom a sleep haven by ensuring it is quiet, dark and calm.
  • Follow a Sleep Schedule: Go to bed and get up at the same time every day to help regulate your body's internal clock and increase sleep quality.
  • Try relaxing techniques like deep breathing, mindfulness meditation and any others.
  • Limit stimulating activities before bedtime: Avoid stimulating activities before bedtime to improve sleep quality.
  • Monitor Progress: Keep track of your sleep patterns to identify areas for improvement.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If these steps don't improve your sleep, consult a doctor for further guidance and therapy.
  • Get plenty of rest and avoid activities that tire you out to allow your body fight the infection.
  • Drink lots of fluids to help loosen mucus in the lungs.
  • Use over-the-counter medications like paracetamol or ibuprofen to manage fever.
  • Use a humidifier as it helps soothe irritated airways.
  • Do not make changes to your medication schedule or take over-the-counter medicines without consulting your doctor.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Xylutide 40 Capsule if you are allergic or hypersensitive to any component present in it. You must take Enzalutamide according to the instructions your doctor or pharmacist gives you. You must take Enzalutamide exactly as prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. You must take the correct dose, not more or less. Consult your healthcare team before discontinuing Xylutide 40 Capsule or missing a dose. Talk to your doctor before taking Xylutide 40 Capsule if you have severe allergic reactions to medicines or foods or suffer from any medical illness. Use a condom or effective birth control method if you are having sex with pregnant women or women who can become pregnant.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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EnzalutamideRanolazine
Critical
EnzalutamideDronedarone
Critical

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EnzalutamideRanolazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule may decrease the blood levels of Ranolazine, which may make Ranolazine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule with Ranolazine is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
EnzalutamideDronedarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
Co-administration of Xylutide 40 Capsule and Dronedarone together can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule and Dronedarone together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
EnzalutamideLurasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
Co-administration of Lurasidone with Xylutide 40 Capsule may result in significantly lower blood levels of Lurasidone, making the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lurasidone with Xylutide 40 Capsule is not recommended as it may lead to interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EnzalutamideRegorafenib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule with Regorafenib may decrease the blood levels of Regorafenib, which may make Regorafenib less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule with Regorafenib is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
EnzalutamideZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule with Ziprasidone is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction it can be taken if prescribed by the 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.
EnzalutamideCariprazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
When Cariprazine is taken with Xylutide 40 Capsule, it reduces the blood levels of cariprazine which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cariprazine and Xylutide 40 Capsule together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any unusual symptoms or if your condition worsens, make sure to contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EnzalutamideOxycodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
When Xylutide 40 Capsule is taken with Oxycodone, it may lower the amounts of Oxycodone in your blood, which might impair the effectiveness of the medicine in managing your pain.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Xylutide 40 Capsule and Oxycodone, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you're having any of these symptoms like pain, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, sweating, fever, chills, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, eye problems, shaking, fast heartbeat, decreased hunger, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EnzalutamideAmiodarone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
Co-administration of Xylutide 40 Capsule with amiodarone may increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Xylutide 40 Capsule with Amiodarone may cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or a rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
EnzalutamideErlotinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule with Erlotinib may decrease the blood levels of Erlotinib, which may make Erlotinib less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Xylutide 40 Capsule and Erlotinib together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
EnzalutamideGuanfacine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xylutide 40 Capsule:
Taking Xylutide 40 Capsule with Guanfacine may decrease the blood levels of Guanfacine, which may make Guanfacine less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Xylutide 40 Capsule and Guanfacine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid fast, fried, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.

Side Effects of Xylutide 40 Capsule

  • Feeling sick (nausea)
  • Being sick (vomiting)
  • Asthenia/fatigue/weakness
  • Back pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Cold like symptoms
  • Arthralgia (joint pain)
  • Hot flush
  • Peripheral edema
  • Musculoskeletal pain
  • Headache
  • Upper respiratory infection
  • Muscular weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Insomnia
  • Lower respiratory infection
  • Spinal cord compression
  • Cauda equina syndrome
  • Hematuria (blood in urine)
  • Paresthesia (tingling or prickling sensation)
  • Anxiety
  • Hypertension

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Most prostate cancers require testosterone to grow. Xylutide 40 Capsule contains Enzalutamide, which blocks testosterone, a hormone, from reaching prostate cancer cells. Thus, Xylutide 40 Capsule can slow the cancer's growth and cause it to shrink.

Xylutide 40 Capsule is only for use in men. Women should not take this medication, especially if they are or may become pregnant or are breast-feeding.

In some cases, Xylutide 40 Capsule may cause decreased fertility in men. However, you should not assume that your female partner cannot become pregnant. Please discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns.

Enzalutamide, a prostate cancer medication, is used to treat prostate cancer.

Seizures may occur in patients receiving Xylutide 40 Capsule . So, patients who have had a seizure, please inform your doctor about your condition. Your doctor may monitor your condition closely.

Yes, Enzalutamide was generally a well-tolerated medication. Take Xylutide 40 Capsule pills exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. Do not change your dose or stop taking Xylutide 40 Capsule unless your healthcare physician instructs you. If you encounter side symptoms, your healthcare provider may temporarily discontinue your Xylutide 40 Capsule therapy or adjust your Xylutide 40 Capsule dose.

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Special Advise

  • Xylutide 40 Capsule should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Xylutide 40 Capsule .
  • Your doctor may get routine blood tests done to monitor your liver function, electrolyte levels, and blood cell count in your blood.
  • Peripheral blood counts should be frequently monitored during Xylutide 40 Capsule  treatment and, when appropriate, until recovery is achieved.
  • Do not donate sperm during treatment with Xylutide 40 Capsule for three months after your last dose.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cancer: Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific body part grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. Cancer sometimes begins in one body part before spreading to other areas.

Prostate cancer: Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that only occurs in men and affects the prostate gland, a tiny gland under the bladder that produces semen. Inability to urinate easily, pain, numbness, or sexual issues are among the symptoms. For men, it is the most typical type of cancer. Although the exact cause of prostate cancer is unknown, it may be brought on by family history, chemical exposure, or both. Prostate cancer risk factors include a family history of the disease, advanced age, obesity, and genetic changes.

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