GENERIC NAME: FLUTAMIDE - ORAL (FLEW-tuh-mide)
BRAND NAME(S): Eulexin
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WARNING: Rarely, this medication may cause serious (sometimes fatal) liver problems. Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver disease. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, fever, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, or unusual fatigue. Laboratory tests (e.g., liver function tests) should be performed before and during use of this drug. Your doctor will be monitoring your treatment closely.
USES: Flutamide is used for prostate cancer. It is used along with another medication to make it more effective. This medication is not intended for use in women.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication exactly as directed. Do not increase your dose or take it more often because the side effects of this drug may increase. This medication is best taken at evenly spaced intervals, and may be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking this medication without your doctor's permission.
SIDE EFFECTS: Hot flashes, diarrhea, nausea, loss of appetite, swelling or tenderness of the breasts (gynocomastia), decreased sexual desire or ability (impotence), and decreased fertility may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: rash, drowsiness, weakness, unusual fatigue, swelling of the body (edema), mental/mood changes, easy bleeding or bruising, persistent sore throat, fever, bluish skin. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious side effects: yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, fever, stomach pain, lumps in your breasts, a sunburn-like effect (sun sensitivity). An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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