X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE
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Product introduction
X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE is used in the treatment of cancer of the prostate gland. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.
X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE should be taken on an empty stomach. The calcium in the stomach might affect the working of drug, so better to avoid milk, dairy products such as cheese and avoid taking it in combination with an antacid or other medicine containing calcium, magnesium or aluminum. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, anemia (low number of red blood cells), increased liver enzymes and fluid retention. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood, liver function and the level of calcium in your blood.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if have heart problem, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE should be taken on an empty stomach. The calcium in the stomach might affect the working of drug, so better to avoid milk, dairy products such as cheese and avoid taking it in combination with an antacid or other medicine containing calcium, magnesium or aluminum. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, anemia (low number of red blood cells), increased liver enzymes and fluid retention. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood, liver function and the level of calcium in your blood.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if have heart problem, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of X Trant Capsule
Benefits of X Trant Capsule
In Prostate cancer
Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males. The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men. This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate.
Side effects of X Trant Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of X Trant
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Increased liver enzymes
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Diarrhea
- Breast enlargement in male
How to use X Trant Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Avoid X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
How X Trant Capsule works
Estramustine belongs to a class of anticancer/cytotoxic drugs called antimicrotubule agents. It works by interfering with production of certain proteins which are necessary for tumor cell growth and reproduction. It also increases the estrogen levels, which in turn interferes with prostate cancer by slowing/stopping the growth of cancer cells.
.Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
Use of X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
- X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
- Avoid taking antacids, calcium or magnesium, milk products and multivitamins, as these may interfere with the effect of the medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your calcium level, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Estradiol, and Nitrogen Mustard Compounds
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Anticancer-others
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using X Trant Capsule for?
Prostate canc*
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*Prostate cancer
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
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What were the side-effects while using X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE?
No Side Effec*
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*No Side Effect
How do you take X Trant Capsule?
With food
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Please rate X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE on price
Expensive
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FAQs
What is X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE phosphate?
X TRANT 140 MG CAPSULE belongs to a class of anticancer/cytotoxic drugs called antimicrotubule agents used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
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- Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1709.
- Estramustine sodium phosphate. Sandwich, Kent: Pfizer Limited; 2002 [revised Feb. 2019]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Estramustine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 27 Mar 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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