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May 26, 2012

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What is the prostate gland?

The prostate gland is an organ that is located at the base or outlet (neck) of the urinary bladder. (See the diagram that follows.) The gland surrounds the first part of the urethra. The urethra is the passage through which urine drains from the bladder to exit from the penis. One function of the prostate gland is to help control urination by pressing directly against the part of the urethra that it surrounds. The main function of the prostate gland is to produce some of the substances that are found in normal semen, such as minerals and sugar. Semen is the fluid that transports the sperm to assist with reproduction. A man can manage quite well, however, without his prostate gland. (See the section on surgical treatment for prostate cancer.)

In a young man, the normal prostate gland is the size of a walnut (<30g). During normal aging, however, the gland usually grows larger. This hormone-related enlargement with aging is called b...

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Casodex Drug Center

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

Prescribing Information

For Patients

Casodex (bicalutamide) is used together with another hormone to treat prostate cancer. It is an anti-androgen (male hormone). This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include flushing and sweating (hot flashes), body aches and pains, breast swelling/tenderness/pain, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, weakness, hair loss, weight changes, constipation, diarrhea, stomach upset, gas, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite.

The recommended dose for Casodex therapy in combination with an LHRH (luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone) analog is one 50 mg tablet once daily (morning or evening), with or without food. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin). There may be other medicines that can interact with Casodex. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Casodex should not be used in women or children. It must not be used in a woman who may be pregnant or breast-feeding. This medication may cause harm to a fetus or breast-feeding baby.

Our Casodex (bicalutamide) Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Casodex Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

CASODEX® (bicalutamide) Structural Formula Illustration

CASODEX (bicalutamide) 50 mg daily is indicated for use in combination therapy with a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) analog for the treatment of Stage D₂ metastatic carcinoma of the prostate.

CASODEX (bicalutamide) 150 mg daily is not approved for use alone or with other treatments [see Clinical Studies].

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What is Casodex Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Casodex Patient Information: Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

chest pain, cough or trouble breathing;
feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;
swelling in your hands or feet;
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding;
blood in your urine; or
nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, itchin...

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What is Casodex Patient Information?

Possible Side Effects - Images - What Is - How Should I Take It - What If I Miss a Dose - What Should I Avoid and More

What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Casodex Consumer Information: Uses

Bicalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer that has spread to other areas of the body. It is used in combination with hormone treatment. This medication works by blocking the action of male hormones in the prostate, slowing growth of the tumors.

This medication should not be used in women or children.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth, usually once a day in the morning or evening, with or without food, or as directed by your doctor.

Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to use it at the sam...

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