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Tabi Tablet contains Bicalutamide, an anticancer drug that works by inhibiting the effects of androgens (male hormones) such as testosterone and reduces or prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells and eventually shrink the prostate tumour.
You are not recommended to take Tabi Tablet with anti-allergic drugs such as terfenadine or astemizole. It may increase the levels of terfenadine or astemizole in blood and cause adverse effects as severe irregular heartbeat. However, please consult a doctor before taking Tabi Tablet with other medicines.
Tabi Tablet may cause infertility or a period of subfertility (delay in conceiving) in men. Therefore, if you want to father a child, please discuss with your doctor before taking Tabi Tablet.
Tabi Tablet should be used with caution in diabetic patients as it may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels. Therefore, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Tabi Tablet and inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking Tabi Tablet.
Tabi Tablet is not recommended for patients suffering from heart rhythm problems such as arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) as it may increase the risk of heart rhythm problems. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any heart problems before taking Tabi Tablet.
Tabi Tablet increase skin sensitivity to the sun and make sunburn more easily. Therefore, avoid direct exposure to excessive UV-light or sunlight, wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen while going out in the sun.
Alcohol
Caution
Interaction of Tabi Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Tabi Tablet.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Tabi Tablet is contraindicated in pregnant women as it is not approved for use in women. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Tabi Tablet is contraindicated in breastfeeding women as it is not approved for use in women. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Caution
Tabi Tablet may cause drowsiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you are drowsy after taking Tabi Tablet.
Liver
Caution
Take Tabi Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
Safe if prescribed
Tabi Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney problems if prescribed by a doctor.
Children
Unsafe
Tabi Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
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About Tabi Tablet
Tabi Tablet belongs to the class of anticancer drugs called non-steroidal anti-androgens used to treat prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is prostate gland cancer (a small gland under the bladder that produces semen) found only in men. The symptoms include difficulty in urination, pain, numbness, or sexual problems.
Tabi Tablet contains Bicalutamide which works by inhibiting the effects of androgens (male hormones) such as testosterone that increase the growth of prostate cancer cells. Tabi Tablet prevents testosterone from binding to androgen receptors on the prostate cancer cells and starves cancer cells of testosterone. Thereby, it prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells and eventually shrinks the prostate tumor.
Take Tabi Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience weakness, skin rash, swelling and tenderness of the breast, nausea, dry skin, weight gain, hair loss, hot flushes (sudden feeling of warmth), anemia (lack of blood), reduces sex drive, constipation, depression, indigestion or dizziness. Most of these side effects of Tabi Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Tabi Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Tabi Tablet is not recommended for women and children. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Tabi Tablet. Please consult a doctor if you want to father a child before taking Tabi Tablet as it may impair fertility in men. Avoid taking Tabi Tablet with cisapride, astemizole, or terfenadine. Avoid direct exposure to excessive UV light or sunlight and wear protective clothing while going out in the sun as Tabi Tablet may increase sunburn risk. If you have diabetes, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Tabi Tablet.
Uses of Tabi Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Tabi Tablet contains Bicalutamide, an anticancer drug used in the treatment of prostate cancer. Tabi Tablet works by inhibiting the effects of androgens (male hormones) such as testosterone that increase the growth of prostate cancer cells. Tabi Tablet prevents testosterone from binding to androgen receptors on the prostate cancer cells and starves cancer cells of testosterone. Thereby, it prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells and eventually shrinks the prostate tumor. Also, Tabi Tablet relieves difficulty in urination. Tabi Tablet can be used in combination with radiation therapy to treat prostate cancer where cancer has spread from the prostate gland to the surrounding tissues.
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Side Effects of Tabi Tablet
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Tabi Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Tabi Tablet is not recommended for women and children. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Tabi Tablet. You and your partner recommend using effective birth control measures while taking Tabi Tablet and for 130 days after discontinuing Tabi Tablet. Please consult a doctor if you want to father a child before taking Tabi Tablet as it may impair fertility in men. You are advised to quit smoking as it may increase the risk of prostate cancer. Avoid taking Tabi Tablet with cisapride, astemizole, or terfenadine. Regular tests are recommended to monitor liver function and if there is any severe disturbance in liver functioning, avoid taking Tabi Tablet. Avoid direct exposure to excessive UV light or sunlight and wear protective clothing while going out in the sun as Tabi Tablet may increase sunburn risk. If you have diabetes, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Tabi Tablet.
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Regular blood tests are recommended to monitor changes in blood and liver functioning while taking Tabi Tablet.
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