Buy Androcur

Brand Name Androcur Options - Manufacturer: Bayer

Androcur Description

Antiandrogens such as cyproterone block the effect of the hormone testosterone and cause a reduction in the production of testosterone in the testicles. Since prostate cancer cells require the action of testosterone for their growth, cyproterone is used for the treatment of prostate cancer.

Androcur Directions

Cyproterone is available as an oral (by mouth) tablet and as a long-acting injectable. The recommended dose for cyproterone tablets is 200 mg to 300 mg (4 to 6 tablets) daily, divided into 2 to 3 doses and taken after meals. For men who have had an orchiectomy (removal of testicles), a lower dose of 100 mg to 200 mg daily in divided doses is recommended. The recommended dose for the long-acting form of cyproterone (Androcur® Depot) is 300 mg in injected into a muscle once a week. Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way you are using the medication without consulting your doctor. It is very important that you keep taking this medication exactly as prescribed unless otherwise directed by the doctor. If you miss a dose of cyproterone tablets, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Androcur Cautions

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication.
Alcohol: The effectiveness of cyproterone may be reduced by intake of alcohol. You should limit the amount of alcohol you drink when taking this medication.
Diabetes: Cyproterone may cause blood glucose levels to increase in people with diabetes mellitus.
Heart disease: Cyproterone can cause fluid to accumulate in the body. People with heart disease should be cautious when using this medication because the heart may have to work harder.

Androcur Side Effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Just because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Very common (affect more than 1 in 10 people):
Decreased sperm count (reversible on stopping treatment).
Reduced volume of ejaculation (reversible on stopping treatment).

Common (affect between 1 in 10 and 1 in 100 people):
Weight changes.
Depressive moods.
Restlessness.
Enlargement and tenderness of breasts (gynaecomastia).
Fatigue.

Uncommon (affect between 1 in 100 people and 1 in 1000 people):
Rash.

Rare (affect between 1 in 1000 and 1 in 10,000 people):
Shortness of breath.
Liver disorders.
Dryness of skin.
Abnormal blood clots in the blood vessels (thromboembolism).
Reduced growth of body hair and increased growth of scalp hair.
Abnormal production of breast milk (galactorrhoea).
Lightening of hair colour.
Severe allergic reaction.

Very rare (affect less than 1 in 10,000 people):
Osteoporosis.
Liver cancer.

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the medicine's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Androcur Active Ingredients

Cyproterone Acetate