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Androgen Receptor Inhibitors

Androgen receptor inhibitors are used to slow down or stop the growth of cancer cells to treat prostate cancer. They work by inhibiting androgen hormones.

Why are androgen receptor inhibitors prescribed?

  1. Prostate Cancer (94%)
  2. Acne (6%)

Key takeaways

Most androgen-receptor inhibitors are used to treat prostate cancer. One is used to treat acne. These medications work by blocking the effects of androgens, which are male hormones that can promote the growth of cancer cells or cause other unwanted effects. Androgen-receptor inhibitors come in different forms, including oral pills and topical creams. Examples include bicalutamide (Casodex), nilutamide (Nilandron), and Winlevi (clascoterone)

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Casodex (bicalutamide)

as low as$12
BICALUTAMIDE treats prostate cancer. It works by blocking the effect of testosterone and other hormones in your body, which may slow or stop cancer cells from spreading or growing.
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flutamide

as low as$25
FLUTAMIDE treats prostate cancer. It works by blocking the effect of testosterone and other hormones in your body, which may slow or stop cancer cells from spreading or growing.
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Winlevi

as low as$498
CLASCOTERONE treats acne. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin.
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Nilandron (nilutamide)

as low as$831
NILUTAMIDE treats prostate cancer. It works by blocking the effect of testosterone and other hormones in your body, which may slow or stop cancer cells from spreading or growing.
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Erleada

APALUTAMIDE treats prostate cancer. It works by blocking the effect of testosterone and other hormones in your body, which may slow or stop cancer cells from spreading or growing.
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Nubeqa

DAROLUTAMIDE treats prostate cancer. It works by blocking the effect of testosterone and other hormones in your body, which may slow or stop cancer cells from spreading or growing.
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Xtandi

Xtandi (enzalutamide) is used to treat prostate cancer. Xtandi is an Androgen Receptor Inhibitor, which works by inhibiting androgen hormones. The most common form of Xtandi is a 40mg capsule. It's also available as 40mg and 80mg tablets. There are currently no generic alternatives for Xtandi. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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