Bicalutamide (Apo) TM
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Active ingredients: bicalutamide
Pack: Bicalutamide (Apo) 50 mg tablet, 28, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-BICALUTAMIDE bicalutamide 50mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of advanced prostate cancer in combination with LHRH agonist therapy. Prevention of disease flare associated with the use of LHRH agonists.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- White to off white round, biconvex, film coated tablets debossed 'B 50' on one side and plain on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 28 Tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient bicalutamide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
