Prescription RequiredAbiraterone Acetate 250 mg (Abirapro) is an anticancer medicine used to treat advanced or metastatic prostate cancer. It is usually taken along with prednisone or prednisolone to improve treatment effectiveness and reduce certain side effects. The medicine helps slow the growth of prostate cancer by reducing the production of male hormones (androgens) that fuel cancer cells.
| Generic name | Abiraterone Acetate |
| Strength | 250 mg |
| Manufacturer | Glenmark |
| Package size | 1 Bottle of 120 Tablets |
| Used for | Metastatic Prostate Cancer |
| Availability | In Stock |
| Shipping to | USA, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Philippines, Tunisia, France, Italy, South Korea, Albania, Romania, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, UAE, Georgia, Armenia, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, South Africa, and many other countries. |
Abiraterone Acetate is an androgen biosynthesis inhibitor. It works by blocking the CYP17 enzyme, which is involved in the production of testosterone and other male hormones. Since prostate cancer cells rely on these hormones to grow, lowering their levels helps slow or stop the growth of cancer.
Dr. Neeru Mehta holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and has a professional interest in oncology and cancer care. Her interests include cancer treatments, monitoring treatment progress, managing side effects and supportive care.
