APALUTAMIDE 60 mg (Apnat) x 120 Tablets

Uses of Apalutamide 60 mg

• Treatment of non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (nmCRPC)
• Treatment of metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (mCSPC)
• Helps slow the progression of prostate cancer
• Used with androgen deprivation therapy (ADT)
• Delays the spread of cancer

Benefits

• Slows cancer progression
• Delays the development of metastases
• Improves progression-free survival
• Helps extend overall survival in eligible patients
• Convenient once-daily oral treatment

How Does Apalutamide 60 mg Work?

Apalutamide is an androgen receptor inhibitor. It works by blocking androgen receptors on prostate cancer cells, preventing testosterone and other male hormones from stimulating cancer growth. This slows the multiplication and spread of prostate cancer cells.

Side Effects

• Fatigue
• Skin rash
• High blood pressure
• Joint pain
• Weight loss
• Hot flashes
• Diarrhoea
• Falls
• Bone fractures
• Hypothyroidism

Precautions

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Inform your doctor about heart disease, thyroid disorders, or a history of seizures.
• Monitor blood pressure and thyroid function regularly.
• Report severe rash or signs of bone fractures promptly.
• Use effective contraception if your partner can become pregnant.
• Avoid stopping treatment without medical advice.
• Attend regular follow-up appointments and blood tests.