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Xtandi

Enzalutamide

What is Xtandi used for?

Enzalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-androgens (anti-testosterone). It works by blocking the effects of testosterone to slow the growth and spread of prostate cancer.

CHEMICAL NAME

Enzalutamide (EN-za-LOO-ta-mide)

DRUG TYPE

Cancer

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Xtandi Frequently Asked Questions

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking enzalutamide and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Swallow the capsules or tablets whole with enough water to make sure that you can completely swallow the medication. If you have trouble swallowing the capsules or tablets whole, ask your doctor if you can be switched to a smaller tablet size. Do not chew, dissolve, or open the capsules. Do not cut, crush, or chew the tablets.

The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Do not increase your dose or take this drug more often than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase.

Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the capsules or tablets.

Xtandi Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Tablet
80 Mg
40 Mg
Capsule
40 Mg