Glenza 40MG

Introduction ( Glenza  40mg)

Glenza 40mg  Capsule contains a drug called Enzalutamide. It is used to treat metastasized (advanced) prostate cancer. It prevents the action of testosterone, a male sex hormone. It belongs to a class of medicines called Androgen Receptor inhibitors. 

Enzalutamide

Its brand name is Xtandi. Enzalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body in men. It is used to treat men whose testosterone levels have decreased. It works to block the effects of androgen (a male reproductive hormone). It stops the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer affecting males. The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system that surrounds the urethra just below the bladder. Most prostate cancer is slow growing. Around 1 in 8 males will receive prostate cancer at some point. Cancerous cells may spread to other parts of the body, especially the bones and lymph nodes. In the initial stage, there are no symptoms. In later stages, symptoms include pain or difficulty urinating, blood in the urine, or pain in the pelvic or back.

Glenza 40 mg Capsule should be taken without a meal at a fixed time every day. Before taking medicine consult your doctor. Dose and duration will be decided by the necessity and need of the patient. It depends on the treatment and may change from time to time. You should take medicine as per your doctor’s advice. This medicine is strictly not recommended for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It takes some weeks and months to get a better result. Do not stop taking the medicine before your doctor’s advice.

The most common symptoms of these medicines include headache, hot flashes, weakness, and high blood pressure. This medicine may reduce your blood cells ( red and white blood cells). It increases the chances of infections. Regular blood tests are required to check blood cells. It makes your skin sensitive to sunlight, use sunscreen and wear protective clothing.

Benefits of Glenza 40 mg

• Treatment of prostate cancer

The prostate is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty in urination. Glenza 40 mg Capsule decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by reducing the amount of testosterone (a natural hormone in males) in men. This gives relieves the difficulty of passing urine and makes it easier to urinate.

Side effects of Glenza 40mg Capsule

There are Some major and minor side effects of this medicine. But not all side effects need doctor attention. If you may experience any side effects that become serious, You may consult your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include

• Tiredness
• Back pain
• Constipation
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhea
• High blood pressure
• Headache
• Anxiety
• Dry skin
• Inability  to concentrate

How to take Glenza 40mg Capsule?

Always take this medicine as per your doctor’s consultation. Take it with or without food by mouth. Dose and duration will decide your doctor. You are not allowed to crush, chew and break the medicine. Swallow it as a whole. Drink plenty of water. Do not miss the dose. If you miss a dose skip the missed dose and follow your schedule regularly on the next day. Do not double the dose. Take medicine every day on time as prescribed by your doctor. Much other medicine can affect this medicine so let your doctor know all medication you are using during the treatment.

Glenza 40mg  Capsule contains a drug called Enzalutamide. It is used to treat metastasized (advanced) prostate cancer. It prevents the action of testosterone, a male sex hormone. It belongs to a class of medicines called Androgen Receptor inhibitors. 

Enzalutamide

Its brand name is Xtandi. Enzalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body in men. It is used to treat men whose testosterone levels have decreased. It works to block the effects of androgen (a male reproductive hormone). It stops the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer affecting males. The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system that surrounds the urethra just below the bladder. Most prostate cancer is slow growing. Around 1 in 8 males will receive prostate cancer at some point. Cancerous cells may spread to other parts of the body, especially the bones and lymph nodes. In the initial stage, there are no symptoms. In later stages, symptoms include pain or difficulty urinating, blood in the urine, or pain in the pelvic or back.

Glenza 40 mg Capsule should be taken without a meal at a fixed time every day. Before taking medicine consult your doctor. Dose and duration will be decided by the necessity and need of the patient. It depends on the treatment and may change from time to time. You should take medicine as per your doctor’s advice. This medicine is strictly not recommended for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It takes some weeks and months to get a better result. Do not stop taking the medicine before your doctor’s advice.

The most common symptoms of these medicines include headache, hot flashes, weakness, and high blood pressure. This medicine may reduce your blood cells ( red and white blood cells). It increases the chances of infections. Regular blood tests are required to check blood cells. It makes your skin sensitive to sunlight, use sunscreen and wear protective clothing.

Benefits of Glenza 40 mg

• Treatment of prostate cancer

The prostate is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty in urination. Glenza 40 mg Capsule decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by reducing the amount of testosterone (a natural hormone in males) in men. This gives relieves the difficulty of passing urine and makes it easier to urinate.

Side effects of Glenza 40mg Capsule

There are Some major and minor side effects of this medicine. But not all side effects need doctor attention. If you may experience any side effects that become serious, You may consult your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include

• Tiredness
• Back pain
• Constipation
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhea
• High blood pressure
• Headache
• Anxiety
• Dry skin
• Inability  to concentrate

How to take Glenza 40mg Capsule?

Always take this medicine as per your doctor’s consultation. Take it with or without food by mouth. Dose and duration will decide your doctor. You are not allowed to crush, chew and break the medicine. Swallow it as a whole. Drink plenty of water. Do not miss the dose. If you miss a dose skip the missed dose and follow your schedule regularly on the next day. Do not double the dose. Take medicine every day on time as prescribed by your doctor. Much other medicine can affect this medicine so let your doctor know all medication you are using during the treatment.

How does Glenza 40mg work?

It is an anti-cancer medication. It produces its action by inhibiting the androgen binding capacity t the androgen receptors. It works to block the effect of the natural male hormone on the growth of prostate cells.