Androcur 50 mg Tablet

Androcur 50 mg Tablet works by inhibiting the influence of male sex hormones at their target organs. In men, this suppresses the growth of testosterone-sensitive cancer cells in the prostate. In women, it reverses masculinizing symptoms caused by excess androgens, such as oily skin and male-pattern hair growth.

Key Therapeutic Benefits

• Prostate Cancer Management: Slows or stops the progression of inoperable prostate tumors by starving them of testosterone.

• Hormonal Balance in Women: Effectively treats very severe hirsutism and androgenetic alopecia (hair loss) when other treatments fail.

• Sexual Drive Control: Helps in managing hypersexuality and sexual deviations in men as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

• Sebum Reduction: Clears severe acne and oily skin (seborrhea) by lowering the skin’s sensitivity to androgens.

   

Administration & Safety Guidelines

1. Dosing: For prostate cancer, the usual dose is 50 mg to 300 mg daily (1–6 tablets), divided into 2 or 3 doses. For women, it is typically taken cyclically with an estrogen/progestogen pill.

2. Timing: Tablets should be swallowed whole with water after meals at the same time each day.

3. Liver Monitoring: Regular liver function tests are mandatory, as high-dose cyproterone can affect liver health.

4. Blood Sugar: Diabetic patients should monitor their blood glucose closely, as Androcur can alter sugar levels.

5. Long-Term Use: Prolonged use has been linked to a rare risk of benign brain tumors (meningioma); doctors monitor this risk periodically.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How long does it take for Androcur to show results for acne or hair growth? Improvements in skin conditions usually appear after 3 to 4 months, while changes in hair growth patterns may take 6 to 12 months of consistent therapy.

2. Can I drink alcohol while taking Androcur? Alcohol can reduce the effectiveness of Androcur, especially when used to control sexual drive. It may also increase tiredness and should be limited.

3. Does Androcur cause infertility? In men, it reduces sperm count and volume, which usually reverses a few months after stopping the drug. In women, it is often used with a contraceptive pill because it can cause feminization of a male fetus if taken during pregnancy.

4. What are the most common side effects? Common side effects include tiredness, weight changes, depressed mood, and breast swelling (gynecomastia) in men.

5. Is Androcur 50 mg available in the USA? Cyproterone acetate is widely available in Europe, Canada, and the Middle East (UAE/KSA), but it is not FDA-approved for use in the United States. Patients in the US often look for alternatives or specific import protocols.