Abiraterone Acetate: Uses, Side Effects, and Drug Interactions

Brand names: Abiraterone Acetate

# Abiraterone Acetate: What You Should Know Abiraterone acetate is a prescription medication used to treat certain types of prostate cancer in men. It works by blocking the production of male hormones that can help cancer cells grow. This drug is typically prescribed along with other cancer treatments or medications. It comes as a tablet that you take by mouth, usually several times a day. Your doctor will tell you exactly how much to take and when to take it based on your specific condition and health needs. Before taking abiraterone acetate, it's important to tell your doctor about all other medicines you're taking, since this drug can interact with other medications. Certain drugs can make abiraterone acetate less effective or cause problems, so your doctor may need to adjust your doses or choose different medicines. Like all medications, abiraterone acetate can cause side effects, which your doctor will discuss with you. Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed and keep all your doctor's appointments so they can monitor how well the treatment is working and watch for any problems.

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Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)

  • DEATH6,124 reports
  • FATIGUE2,596 reports
  • PROSTATIC SPECIFIC ANTIGEN INCREASED1,995 reports
  • DRUG INEFFECTIVE1,974 reports
  • THERAPY CESSATION1,557 reports
  • HOT FLUSH1,437 reports
  • ASTHENIA1,277 reports
  • DISEASE PROGRESSION1,189 reports
  • HOSPITALISATION1,069 reports
  • OFF LABEL USE1,062 reports

Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.

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