Xtandi 40 mg is a remedy that is indicated to treat prostate cancer in adult men, resistant to castration, with or without metastases, which is when the cancer spreads to the rest of the body.
Generally, this medication is given to men who have already received docetaxel but not enough to treat the disease.
This medicine is available in pharmacies for a price of about 11300 reais, upon presentation of a prescription.
With use
The recommended dose is 160 mg, which is equivalent to 4 capsules of 40 mg once a day, taken at the same time and can be ingested with or without medication.
Who should not use
Xtandi should not be used by people who have hypersensitivity to enzalutamide or to any ingredient in the formula. In addition, its use is also not recommended for pregnant women, women who are breast-feeding or who plan to become pregnant.
The doctor should be informed of any medication the person is taking in order to avoid drug interactions.
This medicine is also contraindicated for people under 18 years of age.
Possible side effects
The most common side effects that may occur during treatment with Xtandi are fatigue, fractures, heat waves, weakness, low blood pressure, headache, falls, anxiety, dry skin, itching, memory loss, obstruction in the arteries of the heart, increased breasts in men, symptoms of restless legs syndrome, decreased concentration and forgetfulness.
Although it is more rare, seizures may occur.
