- Brand Name : Casodex
- Drug Class : Antineoplastics, Antiandrogen, Antiandrogens
- Medical Author : Nazneen Memon, BHMS, PGDCR
- Medical Reviewer : Divya Jacob, Pharm. D.
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What Is Bicalutamide and How Does It Work?
Bicalutamide is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of prostate cancer.
- Bicalutamide is available under the following different brand names: Casodex
What Are Dosages of Bicalutamide?
Adult dosage
Tablet
- 50mg
Prostate Cancer
Adult dosage
- 50 mg orally once daily
- Use in combination with LHRH analog
Locally Advanced Prostate Cancer
Adult dosage
- 150 mg orally once daily as monotherapy
Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows:
- See “Dosages”
What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Bicalutamide?
Common side effects of Bicalutamide include:
- hot flashes,
- pain in the back,
- pelvic pain,
- abdominal pain,
- swelling in hands, ankles, or feet,
- increased night-time urination,
- weakness,
- dizziness,
- nausea,
- diarrhea,
- constipation, and
- fever, chills, flu-like symptoms.
Serious side effects of Bicalutamide include:
- breast pain or swelling,
- blood in urine,
- sudden chest pain or discomfort,
- wheezing,
- dry cough,
- rapid heart rate,
- trouble concentrating,
- drowsiness,
- dry skin,
- blurred vision,
- weight loss,
- low red blood cells (anemia)–pale skin, unusual tiredness, feeling light-headed or short of breath, cold hands and feet,
- liver problems–nausea, upper stomach pain, feeling tired, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), fever, chills, and
- high blood sugar–increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, fruity breath odor.
Rare side effects of Bicalutamide include:
- none
This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur as a result of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.