{"id":6073,"date":"2020-12-31T15:01:08","date_gmt":"2020-12-31T15:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=6073"},"modified":"2021-07-02T06:47:37","modified_gmt":"2021-07-02T06:47:37","slug":"bicalutamide-bluefish","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/bicalutamide-bluefish\/","title":{"rendered":"Bicalutamide Bluefish &#8211; Bicalutamide uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\n\n50 mg&nbsp;film-coated tablets&nbsp;<br>bicalutamide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bicalutamide Bluefish contains a medicine called bicalutamide.&nbsp;It belongs to a group of medicines called &#8220;antiandrogens&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This medicine is used to treat prostate cancer.<\/li><li>It works by blocking the effects of male&nbsp;hormones&nbsp;such as&nbsp;testosterone.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Bicalutamide contained in Bicalutamide Bluefish may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professionals if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before you take Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not take Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to bicalutamide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>if you are already taking a medicine called cisapride or certain&nbsp;antihistamines(terfenadine or astemizole).<\/li><li>if you are a woman.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take this medicine if any of the above apply to you.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking bicalutamide.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bicalutamide must not be given to children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Bicalutamide Bluefish:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you have any of the following: cardiovascular disease, including heart rhythm problems (&nbsp;arrhythmias&nbsp;), or you are taking medication for this.&nbsp;The risk of heart rhythm disorders may be increased when you use bicalutamide.<\/li><li>if you are taking blood thinners or medicines to prevent blood clots.<\/li><li>if you have liver problems.<\/li><li>if you have&nbsp;diabetes&nbsp;and are already taking an LHRH agonist.&nbsp;These include goserelin, buserelin, leuprorelin, and triptorelin.<\/li><li>If you go to the hospital, tell the hospital staff that you are taking bicalutamide.<\/li><li>if you are taking bicalutamide, you and \/ or your partner should use contraception while taking this medicine and for 130 days after stopping this medicine.&nbsp;Talk to your doctor if you have any questions about contraception.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.&nbsp;This also applies to over-the-counter medicines as well as (traditional) herbal medicines and herbal medicines, as bicalutamide can affect the effectiveness of certain other medicines.&nbsp;Other medicines may also affect the way this medicine works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take bicalutamide if you are already taking any of the following medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>some&nbsp;antihistamines&nbsp;(terfenadine or astemizole)<\/li><li>cisapride (used for certain types of indigestion)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Bicalutamide may affect certain other medicines used to treat heart rhythm disorders (eg&nbsp;quinidine&nbsp;,&nbsp;procainamide,&nbsp;amiodarone,&nbsp;and sotalol) or may increase the risk of heart rhythm disorders when used with certain other medicines, such as&nbsp;methadone&nbsp;(used for pain and in the treatment of drug addiction), moxifloxacin (an&nbsp;antibiotic&nbsp;), antipsychotics (used for severe mental illness).<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>oral medicines to prevent blood clots (oral&nbsp;anticoagulants&nbsp;), e.g.&nbsp;warfarin.&nbsp;Blood thinners or medicines to prevent blood clots.<\/li><li>ciclosporin (to&nbsp;inhibit the&nbsp;immune system)<\/li><li>calcium channel blocker (for high&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;or some heart problems)<\/li><li>cimetidine (for stomach upset)<\/li><li>ketoconazole&nbsp;(against&nbsp;infection&nbsp;caused by a fungus)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bicalutamide should not be taken by women, including pregnant or breastfeeding mothers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bicalutamide may affect male&nbsp;fertility, an effect that may be transient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bicalutamide is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use any tools or machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you get sleepy, be careful with these activities.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg contains lactose.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains&nbsp;lactose monohydrate, which is a type of sugar.&nbsp;If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg contains&nbsp;sodium<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains less than 1 mmol&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;(23 mg) per 50 mg tablet, ie essentially &#8216;sodium-free&#8217;.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to take Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;for adults is one tablet once a day.<\/li><li>Swallow the tablet whole with water.<\/li><li>Try to take the medicine at the same time each day.<\/li><li>Do not stop taking this medicine even if you feel well unless your doctor tells you to stop.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to take Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take a&nbsp;dose, skip the missed&nbsp;dose&nbsp;and take the next&nbsp;dose&nbsp;as usual.&nbsp;Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;(two&nbsp;doses&nbsp;at the same time) to compensate for a missed&nbsp;dose.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Allergic reactions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are&nbsp;<strong>less common&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>(may affect up to 1 in 100 people)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms may include sudden onset of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rash, itching, or hives on the skin<\/li><li>Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat, or other parts of the body.<\/li><li>Difficulty breathing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If this happens to you,&nbsp;<strong>consult a doctor immediately.<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also, tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following side effects:<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Very common (may affect more than 1 user in 10)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Stomach pain<\/li><li>Blood in the urine<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Yellow skin or whites of the eyes (jaundice).&nbsp;This may be a sign of liver problems or, in rare cases (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people), liver failure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Severe breathing difficulties or sudden worsening of shortness of breath, possibly with cough or fever.&nbsp;This may be a sign of pneumonia&nbsp;called &#8220;interstitial lung disease&#8221;.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Changes in&nbsp;ECG&nbsp;(&nbsp;electrocardiogram&nbsp;) (&nbsp;QT&nbsp;prolongation).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;may also occur:<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Very common&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>(may affect more than 1 user in 10)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Constipation<\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Swelling and tenderness in the breasts<\/li><li>Impotence<\/li><li>Swelling<\/li><li>Hot flashes<\/li><li>Anemia.&nbsp;This makes you tired or pale.<br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>(may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Reduced appetite<\/li><li>Decreased sexual desire<\/li><li>Depression<\/li><li>Somnolence<\/li><li>Indigestion<\/li><li>Gas formation<\/li><li>Hair loss<\/li><li>Increased hair growth on the body<\/li><li>Dry skin<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Rash<\/li><li>Inability to get&nbsp;an erection&nbsp;(&nbsp;impotence&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Weight gain<\/li><li>Pain in the chest<\/li><li>Impaired heart function<\/li><li>Myocardial infarction<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Photosensitivity reactions in the skin<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor may need to take blood samples to check for changes in your blood.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not worry about this list of possible&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;You may not get any of them.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No special storage instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the blister and carton after &#8220;EXP&#8221;.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is bicalutamide.&nbsp;Each film-coated tablet contains 50 mg of bicalutamide.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Tablet core:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other ingredients are&nbsp;Lactose monohydrate, povidone K-25, sodium starch glycolate (type A), magnesium stearate.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Coating (tablet case)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opadry OY-S-9622 containing hypromellose 5cp (E464), titanium dioxide (E171), and propylene glycol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg are white, round, biconvex film-coated tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tablets are packaged in blisters containing 14, 28, 30, 90, 98, 100 tablets.&nbsp;Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Genepharm SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>18th KLM Marathonos Avenue<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>153 51 Pallini-Attikis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greece<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\"><strong>This medicinal product is authorized under the European Economic Area under the names:<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Denmark<\/td><td>Bicalutamide Bluefish 50mg Film-coated tablets<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finland<\/td><td>Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg Kalvop\u00e4\u00e4llysteist\u00e4 tablet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Italy<\/td><td>Medium 50 mg Compressed rivestite with film<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Norway<\/td><td>Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg Film-coated tablets<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spain<\/td><td>Bicalutamida Bluefish 50 mg Comprimidos recubiertos conpel\u00edcula EFG<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UK<\/td><td>Bicalutamide 50 mg film-coated tablets<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Germany<\/td><td>Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg Film Tablet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Austria<\/td><td>Bicalutamide Bluefish 50 mg Film Tablet<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bicalutamide Bluefish contains a medicine called bicalutamide. 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