Introduction of Cytomid 250 mg Tablet

• Cytomid 250 mg Tablet is in a class of medicines known as antiandrogens. It is used in the treatment of prostate cancer. Cytomid 250 mg is given in combination with another medicine called luteinizing (LOO-tee-in-ize-ing) hormone-releasing hormone, or LHRH. LHRH works by helping to stop the testicles from producing testosterone. Cytomid 250 mg Tablet works by blocking the effects of testosterone on cancer cells, which slows the growth of the cancer.

  Some very common side effects of this Cytomid 250 mg are breast enlargement in men, drowsiness, nausea and vomiting. Otherwise, yellowing of the skin, loss of appetite, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, dark urine, and skin rash are some side effects that require immediate attention. While you are receiving this Cytomid 250 mg Tablet, you will need regular blood checks to monitor your blood counts and liver function. This Cytomid 250 can make your skin more sensitive to the sun, so be especially careful when you go out in the sun.

  Before taking Cytomid Tablet, tell your doctor or health care professional if you have diabetes, liver or kidney problems, or are taking medicines to treat infections. This medicine may interact with, or have an effect on, many other medicines, so tell your doctor or health care professional about all the medicines you are taking. It is not recommended while you are pregnant or breastfeeding. There may be harm to an unborn baby. The use of effective birth control by both men and women during treatment is important for the prevention of pregnancy. While you are receiving this medicine, you may be asked to check your blood glucose levels regularly.

  Cytomid 250 mg Tablet should be taken with or without food, preferably at a regular daily routine. The dose you need and how often you take it will be decided by your doctor. This depends on what you are being treated for and may change occasionally. You should take this medicine exactly as your doctor or health care professional advises. If you take it in the wrong way, or if you take too much, you may get very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months before you see or feel the benefits of this medicine but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
  

Uses of Cytomid 250 mg Tablet

• • Prostate Cancer

Benefits of Cytomid 250 mg Tablet

• The prostate gland is a small gland about the size of a walnut that produces a fluid called seminal fluid, which nourishes and transports sperm in men. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty urinating. However, sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Cytomid 250 mg Tablet works by reducing or stopping the growth of cancer cells by reducing the amount of testosterone (a hormone produced naturally in men) in the body. This will also relieve urinary problems. It will make it easier to pass urine.

Side Effects of Cytomid 250 mg Tablet

• ​Like all drugs, Cytomid 250 mg may cause side effects that are not life-threatening and will disappear as your body adjusts to the drug. Tell your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them.​

Most Common Side Effects of Cytomid 250 mg Tablet

• • Sleeping Problems
  • Hot Flushes
  • Increased Appetite
  • Diarrhoea
  • Low Sex Drive
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Breast Tenderness
  • Depression
  • Increase in Liver Enzymes
  • Skin Rashes

Common Side Effects of Cytomid 250 mg Tablet

• • Dark Colour of Urine
  • Stomach Problems
  • Anaemia

How to Use Cytomid 250 mg Tablet?

• Take this Cytomid Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor or health care professional. Swallow this medicine whole. Do not chew, crush, break, or open the tablet after swallowing. You can take this medicine by mouth with or without food. Cytomid 250 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take them at regular intervals.
  

How Cytomid 250 mg Tablet Works?

• Cytomid 250 mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-androgen, which means it works by blocking the effects of the male hormone known as testosterone in men. In this way, it slows down the growth of cancer cells and prevents them from multiplying in the body.
  

Safety Advices Cytomid 250 mg Tablet

Kidney

Safe

Cytomid 250 mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cytomid 250 is recommended. If you experience any side effects please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking Cytomid 250. Cytomid 250 mg may pass into breast milk and harm the infant. If you are breastfeeding and taking Cytomid, it is important to talk to your doctor about the possible risks and benefits of continuing to breastfeed. Your doctor will be able to help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health.

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Use of this Cytomid 250 during pregnancy may not be safe. Limited human studies and animal studies have shown harm to the developing baby. Your doctor or health care professional will weigh up the benefits and possible risks before prescribing this medicine for you. Consult your doctor for advice.

Alcohol

Unsafe

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while using Cytomid 250 mg Tablet. Alcohol may increase or decrease the effectiveness of the medicine and also increase the risk of side effects. It is the best advice for you before consuming alcohol, You can talk with a doctor or pharmacist, and they will tell you consumption of alcohol is safe or not.

Liver

Use with Caution

The use of Cytomid 250 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. It is important that patients with liver disease monitor their liver function closely while taking Cytomid 250 mg and report any unusual symptoms or changes in liver function to their doctor or health care professional. In such patients with liver disease, the dose may need to be adjusted by your doctor.

Driving

Use with Caution

It is not known if Cytomid 250 mg affects your ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.