Abirtega

Generic Abirtega

Used for Prostate Cancer

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ABIRATERONE treats prostate cancer. It works by decreasing levels of the hormone testosterone in the body. This prevents prostate cancer cells from spreading or growing. Compare CYP17 inhibitors.

What is Abirtega?

What should I tell my doctor?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

Diabetes
Having surgery
Heart disease
High blood pressure
History of irregular heartbeat or rhythm
Liver disease
Low levels of potassium in the blood
An unusual or allergic reaction to abiraterone, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
If your partner is pregnant or trying to get pregnant
Breast-feeding

How should I use this drug?

Take this medication by mouth with water. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Swallow the tablets whole. Take Zytiga on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after food. You can take Yonsa with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.

Handling this medication may be harmful if you are pregnant. Wear gloves while touching the medication or bottle. Talk to your care team about how to handle this medication. Special instructions may apply.

This medication is not approved for use in children.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, skip it. Take your next dose at the normal time. Do not take extra or 2 doses at the same time to make up for the missed dose. If you miss more than 1 dose, tell your care team right away.

Where should I store this drug?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.

To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:

Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, empty the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.