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cyproterone-oral

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GENERIC NAME: CYPROTERONE - ORAL (sye-PRO-ter-own)

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is used to treat prostate cancer symptoms.

HOW TO USE: Take by mouth two or three times a day after meals as directed. Dosage is usually lower if testicular removal has occurred. Take exactly as directed.

SIDE EFFECTS: Reactions, if they occur, are usually mild. Fatigue, drowsiness, or some loss of body hair may occur for several weeks, then improve. Dizziness, headache, intestinal problems, nausea, flushing, or leg pain might occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: change in sexual desire or performance, mood changes, breast changes or lumps. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: palpitations, chest pain, unusual weakness, vision changes, trouble breathing, stomach pain, yellowing skin/eyes, unusual bleeding, increased urination, unusual thirst, weight gain, rash, itching. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Before taking this drug, tell your doctor your entire medical history, especially: any allergies, liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease, history of blood clots, Addison's disease, diabetes, depression. Limit or avoid use of alcohol while taking this medication. It may interfere with the effect of the medication. Caution when performing activities which require alertness. This medication may cause infertility or abnormal sperm. Consult your doctor regarding any conception issues. Wear protective clothing and sunscreen when in the sun if you develop any "sunburn" reaction from this medication.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may take, especially: estrogen drugs (e.g., ethinyl estradiol, diethylstilbestrol), corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), diabetes medicine (e.g., insulin, metformin, chlorpropamide, glyburide), androgens (e.g., testosterone), sleep medicines, sedatives, tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicine, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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