Cytomid 250 Tablet (Flutamide 250mg)

Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s belongs to the group of medicine called ‘anti-cancer’ that is primarily indicated in the treatment of prostate cancer.  When cells grow abnormally in the prostate gland (found in a man’s lower abdomen) then they form a tumor in the prostate and it is called prostate cancer. This cancer if not detected and treated at earlier stages, may spread to other areas of the body. As cancerous cells are made up of the prostate so it will still be called prostate cancer.

Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Flutamide’ that falls in the category of medicines known as ‘anti-androgens (anti-testosterone)’. Testosterone is a natural hormone produced by the body but this hormone helps prostate cancer to grow and spread in the body. Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s works by stopping the action of this hormone thereby reduces the growth and spread of cancer.

Take Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition.  In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, loss of interest in sexual ability, nausea and enlargement of breasts may happen. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not take Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s causes serious birth defects. Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk and may cause possible risk to the infant. Elderly people are more sensitive to the medicine so the doctor may adjust the dosage according to the condition. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s as it could lead to increased dizziness.

Prostate cancer

Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s is indicated is suggested to makes dealing with advanced prostatic cancer. This medicine is used to improve the quality of life (palliative) by reducing the suffering of prostate cancer in males. When taken orally (mouth), this medicine travel through the blood stream and reaches cancer cells in affected parts of the body. In most cases of prostate cancer, cancerous cells require testosterone to attach proteins for their growth. This medicine prevents testosterone to reach these cancerous cells. In this way, Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s slows down the growth of cancer or make cancerous cells die.

Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s can be taken with or without food on an empty stomach. Taking with meals reduces the chance of upset stomach. The tablet form of Cytomid 250 Tablet 10’s should be swallowed as a whole with an ample amount of water, do not chew or break the tablet. It is advised to go for a regular checkup of blood pressure.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea.
• Hot flashes
• Difficulty sleeping
• Enlarged breasts
• Loss of appetite
• Dark coloured urine
• Lowered interest in sexual activity
• Not able to get or keep an erection.
• Upset stomach or throwing up
• Hair loss
• A butterfly shaped rash normally across the nose and cheeks
• Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, wheezing or coughing