Drug Uses

While it is primarily used to cure prostate cancer, the drug may also be used to cure other conditions as may be determined by your doctor.

Usage

Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. You may take it with or without a meal.

Missed Dose

You should try and take your doses on time taking care not to miss any. But if you do miss a dose, then skip it and continue with your regular dose. But do not take a double dose.

Storage

Store it at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Ensure that you protect it from heat, light and moisture.

Overdose

Seek medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose.

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You should combine the drug with proper diet and exercise to maximize its effectiveness. The drug may cause light-headedness, dizziness, and faintness in some people. Do not consume alcohol along with the drug. Do not drive or handle heavy machinery until you know how to react to the drug.

Warnings/Precautions

Do NOT use Casodex if:

you are allergic to any ingredient in Casodex
you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Casodex tell your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are a woman
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have liver disease. Do NOT use Casodex if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Casodex
you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
Some medicines may interact with Casodex . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Oral anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because the risk of side effects, including bleeding, may be increased

Possible Side Effects

Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Abnormal skin sensations; anxiety; arthritis; back pain; bone pain; breast growth or pain; bronchitis; constipation; decreased sexual ability; depression; diarrhea; dizziness; frequent urination; gas; hot flashes; impotence; increased cough; indigestion; infection; loss of bladder control; muscle weakness; nausea; pain; pelvic pain; rash; runny nose; sleeplessness; sore throat; sweating; urinary retention; weakness; weight change.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; dark urine; difficulty breathing; flu-like symptoms; loss of appetite; muscle aches; nausea; pneumonia; stomach pain; tenderness of the right upper quadrant; tiredness; vomiting; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
More Information

If you have any questions about Casodex, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Casodex is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.