What is Enzalutamide
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When to interrupt dosage
The recommended amount of Enzalutamide is contingent upon the diagnosed illness. The dose may also differ as per the administration approach (e.g. Capsule - Oral or Tablet - Oral) outlined in the table below.Warnings
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Patient Q&A Section about enzalutamide
Is enzalutamide better than chemotherapy?
"In a study of men with [metastatic prostate cancer](https://www.withpower.com/clinical-trials/metastatic-prostate-cancer) who had not received chemotherapy, those who were treated with enzalutamide had a longer time until cancer progression or death, improved overall survival, and delayed the need for chemotherapy by a median of 17 months." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Is enzalutamide a form of chemotherapy?
"Xtandi is not a chemotherapy drug. Although it is used to treat cancer, Xtandi is a type of hormone therapy that works by preventing prostate cancer cells from growing and spreading by blocking the action of a group of hormones called androgens." - Anonymous Online Contributor
How effective is enzalutamide for prostate cancer?
"On average, men who were given enzalutamide lived about 29% longer than men who were given placebo." - Anonymous Online Contributor
How long do you take enzalutamide for?
"Xtandi is typically taken until prostate cancer starts to progress or spread (metastasize). It can cause side effects or adverse events, so the patient may need to stop taking it at some point." - Anonymous Online Contributor
What are the side effects of taking enzalutamide?
"If you're experiencing any of the following, you may be suffering from a lack of vitamin D: weakness, tiredness, joint pain, muscle weakness or stiffness, weight loss, loss of appetite, headache, and dizziness." - Anonymous Online Contributor