Obnyx Capsule

Description

Obnyx Capsule is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It works by blocking the effects of male hormones such as testosterone. Obnyx Capsule is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland. It may also treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It works by blocking the effects of male hormones such as testosterone. Obnyx Capsule should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time every day. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it strictly as your doctor has advised. Taking it incorrectly or taking too much can cause severe side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. Headache, hot flashes, weakness, and high blood pressure are common side effects of this medicine. Other than this, yellowing of the skin, loss of appetite, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, dark urine, and skin rashes might be observed as side effects. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine. It makes your skin more sensitive towards sunlight; hence take extra caution while going out. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, seizures, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect or be affected by this, so let your doctor know all your medications. You may be asked to monitor blood glucose levels while on treatment regularly. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is essential to avoid pregnancy. There is a Patient Support Program / Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.

Introduction

In Prostate cancer Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Obnyx Capsule decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.

Benefits

Obnyx Capsule is an antiandrogens. It works by blocking the effect of the natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Obnyx Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Obnyx Capsule. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Obnyx Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : UNSAFE - Obnyx Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Obnyx Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Obnyx Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Obnyx Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Obnyx Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Obnyx Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.