It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Caluran before taking it.
What is Caluran
Caluran is an anti-androgen. It works in the body by preventing the actions of androgens. Caluran is used together with another hormone to treat prostate cancer. Caluran may also be used for purposes not listed in Caluran guide.
Caluran side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have:
breast pain or swelling;
blood in your urine;
fever, chills;
sudden chest pain or discomfort, wheezing, dry cough, feeling short of breath;
low red blood cells (anemia)--pale skin, feeling light-headed or short of breath, rapid heart rate, trouble concentrating;
liver problems--nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tired feeling, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Caluran dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Prostate Cancer:
50 mg orally once a day, given at the same time each day.
Prices of the drug can vary in different shops. There will be a variation in price from pharmacy to an online shop. Most online shops will have a little lower price when compared to pharmacy stores, so you need to cross check before buying. Just go to a nearest pharmacy store and check for prices before you decide on buying. You should also be checking and comparing prices among various online stores and should be choosing the affordable and best store. The prices also vary based on brands, and you should note few stores sell specific brands, and you should learn to compare prices of same brand in different stores. Below are the prices of Caluran medicine in some well-known online stores.
Strength
Quantity
Price, USD
Country
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.,
50 mg
30 Tablet
$12.40
India
Select the most affordable brand or generic drug
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
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Can Caluran be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Caluran?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Caluran is usually taken once per day in the morning or evening. You may take the medicine with or without food. Try to take the medication at the same time each day.
Caluran is given as part of a combination prostate cancer treatment with another medicine called a luteinizing (LOO-tee-in-ize-ing) hormone-releasing hormone, or LHRH. These medicines prevent the testicles from producing testosterone.
Treatment with Caluran and LHRH is usually started at the same time. Follow your doctor's instructions.
LHRH is given as an injection or a tiny implant injected through a needle under the skin around your navel. LHRH injections are given at intervals such as once every 4 weeks. Follow your doctor's instructions.
You should not stop using Caluran suddenly. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse.
While using Caluran, you may need frequent blood tests at your doctor's office.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets provided to you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
What other drugs will affect Caluran?
Other drugs may interact with Caluran, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.
Who should not take Caluran?
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to Caluran.
Caluran should never be taken by a woman or a child.
Although Caluran is not for use by women, this medicine can cause birth defects if a woman is exposed to it during pregnancy.
To make sure Caluran is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
liver disease;
diabetes; or
if you also take a blood thinner.
Can Caluran be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Caluran be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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