Erleada Apalutamide 240 mg (Film-Coated) - 30 Tablets

Product Overview:

• Erleada (Apalutamide) 30 Tablets is used to treat prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic) and still responds to a medical or surgical treatment that lowers testosterone.


• Apalutamide is also used to treat prostate cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body, after surgery or other treatments did not work or have stopped working.


• Apalutamide belongs to a class of medications called androgen receptor inhibitors. It works by blocking the effects of androgen (a male reproductive hormone) to stop the growth and spread of cancer cells.


• This medicine is not approved for use in women or children.

How it works?:

• Prostate cancer cells need certain hormones, called androgens, to grow. Erleada works by blocking the effects of androgens, which can help slow the growth of prostate cancer.

Benefits:

• Erleada (apalutamide) is commonly used to treat prostate cancer.


• Erleada may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider.

Directions for Use:

• The typical dose is 240 mg taken orally once daily. Tablets should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Active Ingredient(s):

• Apalutamide 240 mg

Side Effects:

• Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to apalutamide (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling).


• Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include skin rash, fever, swollen glands, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.

Cautions & Warnings:

• Although apalutamide is not for use by women, this medicine can cause birth defects if a woman is exposed to it during pregnancy.


• Apalutamide can interfere with some laboratory tests that measure digoxin levels in the blood, giving a result that is falsely high. If you take digoxin, tell your doctor you are taking apalutamide so the laboratory can use a suitable test method.


• Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Pregnancy Warnings:

• People who can become pregnant are not usually prescribed Erleada. Erleada can cause harm to an unborn baby and should not be taken while pregnant. Tell your healthcare provider if you are or plan to become pregnant.

Breastfeeding Warnings:

• People who can breastfeed are not usually prescribed Erleada. It is not known if Erleada passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.

Storage:

• Erleada should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F to 77 F (20 C to 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F to 86 F (15 C to 30 C) for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it. Store it in a cool, dry place.


• Keep the Erleada bottle tightly closed in the original container after you open it. This is because it has a desiccant that will protect the medicine from moisture and keep it dry. Do not remove the desiccant from the bottle.

FAQ:

• Q. What should I do if I miss a dose of Erleada?


• A. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember on the same day. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and only take the next dose as scheduled. Do not take double or extra doses.


• Q. What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking Erleada?


• A. Tell your healthcare provider about all of your health conditions and any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. This will help them determine if Erleada is right for you.


• Q. Does Erleada interact with foods or drinks?


• A. There are no known interactions between Erleada and foods or drinks.


• It is unknown if drinking alcohol will affect Erleada.


• Q. Does Erleada interact with other medicines (drug interactions)?


• A. Always tell your healthcare provider about any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using.