Introduction

Apnat 60 mg consists of Apalutamide as its active ingredient. It is an anti-cancer drug that belongs to the androgen receptor inhibitors class of medications. It is indicated for treating patients with certain types of prostate cancer whose cancer has spread to other parts of the body and still responds to a medical or surgical treatment that lowers testosterone (male reproductive hormone) or whose cancer has not spread to other parts of the body and no longer responds to a medical or surgical treatment that lowers testosterone.

Apnat 60 mg works by stopping the effects of androgen (male reproductive hormone) from stopping the growth or spread of cancer cells. Inform your physician if you have any symptoms of chest pain, indigestion, heart attack, trouble walking, and numbness in the face and body. It is not recommended for pregnant women because this may cause harm to their unborn baby. This medication may be taken with or without food. This medicine may cause fertility problems in males. Males should not become fathers or donate sperm during the treatment and for 3 months after the last dose. Use effective birth control methods.

Uses

Metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer.

Non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Common:

• Increased cholesterol levels
• Increased blood pressure
• Swelling in lower legs or hands
• Rash and reddening of the skin
• Decreased body weight and loss of appetite
• Diarrhea and nausea
• Muscle pain
• Tiredness and dizziness

Serious:

• Anemia
• Heart disease, stroke or mini-stroke
• Increased blood sugar levels
• Decreased white blood cells
• Fractures of bones
• Seizures and cerebrovascular events
• Severe skin reactions
• Falls

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)