Table of contents:
- What Drug Phosphestrol?
- What is phosphestrol for?
- How is phosphestrol used?
- How is phosphestrol stored?
- Phosphestrol dosage
- What is the dosage for phosphestrol for adults?
- What is the dosage of phosphestrol for children?
- In what dosage is phosphestrol available?
- Phosphestrol side effects
- What side effects can be experienced due to phosphestrol?
- Phosphestrol Drug Warnings and Cautions
- What should be known before using fosfestrol?
- Is fosfestrol safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Phosphestrol Drug Interactions
- What medicines may interact with phosphestrol?
- Can food or alcohol interact with phosphestrol?
- What health conditions can interact with phosphestrol?
- Phosphestrol overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
What Drug Phosphestrol?
What is phosphestrol for?
Phosphestrol is a hormonal chemotherapy agent, prescribed to treat malignant neoplasms. Phosphestrol is specifically used for prostate cancer therapy.
How is phosphestrol used?
Phosphestrol is available in tablet form to be taken by mouth, with or without food.
This medication is also available in liquid form as an injection solution that is given by a trained health nurse into your vein.
How is phosphestrol stored?
This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Phosphestrol dosage
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dosage for phosphestrol for adults?
Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
What is the dosage of phosphestrol for children?
There is no provision for the dose of this drug for children. This medicine can be dangerous for children. It is important to understand the safety of drugs before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
In what dosage is phosphestrol available?
Phosphestrol is available in the following dosages.
Tablet, oral: 120 mg
Phosphestrol side effects
What side effects can be experienced due to phosphestrol?
Side effects include:
- nausea
- fluid retention (edema)
- arterial and venous thrombosis
- impotent
- enlargement of the chest in men
- bleeding
- increased levels of calcium in the blood and bone pain
Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Phosphestrol Drug Warnings and Cautions
What should be known before using fosfestrol?
If possible, before receiving a fosfestrol injection, tell your doctor if you:
- have hypersensitivity to this drug
- men who have estrogen dependent neoplasia
- have active thrombhophlebitis
Is fosfestrol safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There is no adequate research on the risks of using phosphestrol in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using phosphestrol. phosphestrol is included in the risk of pregnancy category X according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
- A = no risk
- B = no risk in several studies
- C = possibly risky
- D = there is positive evidence of risk
- X = contraindicated
- N = unknown
Phosphestrol Drug Interactions
What medicines may interact with phosphestrol?
Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document. Keep a list of all the products you are currently using or have ever used (including prescription / non-prescription medicines and herbal products) and consult your doctor or nurse.
Can food or alcohol interact with phosphestrol?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
What health conditions can interact with phosphestrol?
Any other health conditions you have can affect your use of phosphestrol. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems, especially:
- cardiovascular disorders
- liver damage
- diabetes
- hypertension
Phosphestrol overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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