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BICALUTAMIDE (UNII: A0Z3NAU9DP) (BICALUTAMIDE - UNII:A0Z3NAU9DP)
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
BICALUTAMIDE
BICALUTAMIDE 50 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
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. Bicalutamide 150 mg daily is not approved for use alone or with other treatments [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ]. Bicalutamide tablets are contraindicated in any patient who has shown a hypersensitivity reaction to the drug or any of the tablet’s components. Hypersensitivity reactions including angioneurotic edema and urticaria have been reported [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ]. Bicalutamide tablets have no indication for women, and should not be used in this population. Bicalutamide tablets may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Bicalutamide tablets are contraindicated in women, including those who are or may become pregnant. There are no studies in pregnant women using bicalutamide. If this drug is used during pregnancy, or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, the patient sh
Bicalutamide tablets USP are available as follows: 50 mg - white to off-white, film-coated, round tablets, debossed with “93” on one side and “220” on the other side, in bottles of 30 NDC 54868-6133-0 . Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container as defined in the USP, with a child-resistant closure (as required).
Abbreviated New Drug Application
BICALUTAMIDE - BICALUTAMIDE TABLET, FILM COATED PHYSICIANS TOTAL CARE, INC. ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE BICALUTAMIDE TABLETS USP SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR BICALUTAMIDE TABLETS USP. BICALUTAMIDE TABLETS USP FOR ORAL USE INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 1995 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Bicalutamide 50 mg is an androgen receptor inhibitor indicated for use in combination therapy with a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) analog for the treatment of Stage D metastatic carcinoma of the prostate. Bicalutamide 150 mg daily is not approved for use alone or with other treatments. (1) DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose for bicalutamide therapy in combination with an LHRH analog is one 50 mg tablet once daily (morning or evening). (2) DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS 50 mg tablets (3) CONTRAINDICATIONS Hypersensitivity (4.1) Women (4.2) Pregnancy (4.3 and 8.1) WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Severe hepatic changes and hepatic failure have been observed rarely. Monitor serum transaminase levels prior to starting treatment with bicalutamide, at regular intervals for the first four months of treatment and periodically thereafter, and for symptoms or signs suggestive of hepatic dysfunction. Use bicalutamide with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. (5.1) Gynecomastia and breast pain have been reported during treatment with bicalutamide 150 mg when used as a single agent. (5.2) Bicalutamide is used in combination with a LHRH agonist. LHRH agonists have been shown to cause a reduction in glucose tolerance in males. Consideration should be given to monitoring blood glucose in patients receiving bicalutamide in combination with LHRH agonists. (5.3) Monitoring Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) is recommended. Evaluate for clinical progression if PSA increases. (5.4) ADVERSE REACTIONS Adverse reactions that occurred in more than 10% of patients receiving bicalutamide plus an LHRH-A were: hot flashes, pain (including read_full_document