Cytomid 250 Tablet belongs to the group of medicine called ‘anti-cancer’ that is primarily indicated in the treatment of prostate cancer.  When cells grow abnormally in the prostate gland (found in a man's lower abdomen) then they form a tumor in the prostate and it is called prostate cancer. This cancer if not detected and treated at earlier stages, may spread to other areas of the body. As cancerous cells are made up of the prostate so it will still be called prostate cancer.

Cytomid 250 Tablet contains 'Flutamide' which falls in the category of medicines known as 'anti-androgens (anti-testosterone)'. Testosterone is a natural hormone produced by the body but this hormone helps prostate cancer to grow and spread in the body. Cytomid 250 Tablet works by stopping the action of this hormone thereby reducing the growth and spread of cancer.

Take Cytomid 250 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take Cytomid 250 Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition.  In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, loss of interest in sexual ability, nausea, and enlargement of breasts may happen. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Cytomid 250 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not take Cytomid 250 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Cytomid 250 Tablet causes serious birth defects. Cytomid 250 Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk and may cause possible risk to the infant. Elderly people are more sensitive to medicine so the doctor may adjust the dosage according to the condition. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Cytomid 250 Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness.

Cytomid 250 Tablet is indicated is suggested to makes dealing with advanced prostatic cancer. This medicine is used to improve the quality of life (palliative) by reducing the suffering of prostate cancer in males. When taken orally (mouth), this medicine travel through the blood stream and reaches cancer cells in affected parts of the body. In most cases of prostate cancer, cancerous cells require testosterone to attach proteins for their growth. This medicine prevents testosterone to reach these cancerous cells. In this way, Cytomid 250 Tablet slows down the growth of cancer or make cancerous cells die.

It is advised to tell your doctor if you have an allergy to any of the components present in Cytomid 250 Tablet or any other food or drinks. With it, also tell them if you have liver disease or increased liver enzymes. Cytomid 250 Tablet is not allowed to use in females.  It is advised to go for regular blood tests, every month for the first four months as it will help to know the response of medicine. If you are going for any dental treatment or any surgery then it is advised to tell the person who is performing the treatment about the Cytomid 250 Tablet . You are advised to drink a lot of liquid and a special diet to reduce the risk of diarrhea as suggested by your doctor.   It is advised to avoid any dairy product like milk, yogurt, and cheese to avoid the risk of diarrhea.

• The PSA test is a type of blood test that is done to detect prostate cancer. 
• Your doctor may suggest regular liver function test to look for any liver damage due to Cytomid 250 Tablet .