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Description
X-Trant Capsule is an anti-cancer medicine used in men for the treatment of prostate cancer that has progressed or spread to other parts of the body. This medicine is not recommended for use in females, children, and adolescents.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for X-Trant Capsule
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for X-Trant Capsule
Diarrhea
Stomach upset
Black or tarry stools
Headache
Shortness of breath
Changes in vision
Skin rash
Nausea and vomiting
Uses of X-Trant Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
Prostate Cancer
This medicine is indicated for palliative treatment of prostate cancer that has progressed or spread to other parts of the body.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in women.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in women.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Estramustine or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.
Thromboembolic disorders
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with thromboembolic disorders except in cases where the thromboembolic phenomenon has resulted from a tumor mass.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in women.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in women.
General warnings
Use in females children, and adolescents
This medicine is not recommended for use in females, children, and adolescents.
Gynecomastia and impotence
This medicine may cause gynecomastia (enlarged breast in men) and impotence in some patients.
Angioedema
This medicine may cause swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, hands and feet in some patients. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause dizziness, tiredness, or visual disturbances in some patients. Hence, it is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Prednisolone
Quinapril
Tranexamic Acid
Disease interactions
Hypertension
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with hypertension due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of blood pressure levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Hypercalcemia
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with hypercalcemia (increased calcium levels in the blood) due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Fluid retention
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having fluid retention disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Thyroid disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from thyroid diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of thyroid function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Food interactions
Consumption of food and milk along with this medicine may alter the desired effects of X-Trant Capsule. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine one hour before or after food.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine one hour before or after food. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine blocks the cancer cells from multiplying and stops their growth.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antineoplastics, Mitotic inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 26 Feb 2019
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