Flutamide for Prostate Cancer
This study is evaluating whether a drug may help prostate cancer patients recover from radiation therapy.
See full descriptionAbout the trial for Prostate Cancer
Treatment Groups
This trial involves 2 different treatments. Flutamide is the primary treatment being studied. Participants will all receive the same treatment. Some patients will receive a placebo treatment. The treatments being tested are in Phase < 1 and are in the first stage of evaluation with people.
About The Treatment
Side Effect Profile for Flutamide
Eligibility
This trial is for male patients aged 18 and older. There are 5 eligibility criteria to participate in this trial as listed below.
Approximate Timelines
Measurement Requirements
This trial is evaluating whether Flutamide will improve 1 primary outcome in patients with Prostate Cancer. Measurement will happen over the course of 6-9 months.
Patient Q & A Section
What is the primary cause of prostate cancer?
Our epidemiology study on the age and distribution of primary cause of radical prostatectomy (surgery, radiation or a combination of the two) in a large institution in Israel suggests that [prostate cancer](https://www.withpower.com/clinical-trials/prostate-cancer) is primarily a disease of aging, and more so in those with a family history of the disease. It is suggested that the primary cause of prostate cancer is related to age and/or familial predisposition of the disease, especially in those with multiple and/or synchronous primary cancer.
What are common treatments for prostate cancer?
Treatment for prostate cancer is quite complex. Although many possible treatments exist, there is no single 'best' treatment for any given patient. Instead, the treatment regimen should include consultation with an experienced clinician specializing in prostate cancer (urologist, andropractic surgeon, or radiation oncologist), consideration of the patient's comorbidities, age, and life expectations, as well as the benefits and risks of treatment options.
What are the signs of prostate cancer?
All signs of [prostate cancer](https://www.withpower.com/clinical-trials/prostate-cancer) can generally be described as lumping signs or symptoms. Although lumping signs and symptoms have generally been described to occur before prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing is available, they seem to be part of a gradual deterioration of the prostate due to androgens. The most critical signs are the sudden and total loss of semen and sudden and total loss of urine and other signs of stress, which are the same signs and symptoms of other diseases that can decrease the ability to recognize prostate cancer. Patients are recommended to seek the opinions of a physician that sees patients who have these clinical signs, symptoms and/or biochemical alterations due to prostate cancer, and have their medical histories evaluated.
How many people get prostate cancer a year in the United States?
We found a high prevalence of prostate cancer in patients with schizophrenia. This prevalence was similar to the general population in this area, which is important to remember for health planning purposes. However, despite the high prevalence of prostate cancer, only one patient was treated surgically because of it and only 11% received and benefited from treatment for prostate cancer. A review of these findings highlights the need for screening all patients with schizophrenia for prostate cancer. This will, however, have a low impact in reducing the morbidity of prostate cancer.
Can prostate cancer be cured?
Although the results of modern treatment of [prostate cancer](https://www.withpower.com/clinical-trials/prostate-cancer) are not encouraging, further investigations are needed for the identification of biomarkers that can indicate cancer cure before its return.
What causes prostate cancer?
The cause of prostate cancer is unknown and the role of exposure to radiation is unclear, but it is likely due to a combination of factors. It can occur in smokers, and to a certain degree without.
What is prostate cancer?
There are several [prostate cancer](https://www.withpower.com/clinical-trials/prostate-cancer)s that are named based on the tissue origin from which they develop. In the United States prostate cancer is mainly the prostate gland, which can produce symptoms. In 2015, cancer of the prostate was the eighth-most common cause of death among males in the world. It is the most common cause of death in men aged 75 to 74. It is the cause of 6 percent of deaths among people aged 80 and older. Onset of prostate cancer can be early or late. About half the cases arise between ages 65 and 74, often over as long as 20 years.
Have there been other clinical trials involving flutamide?
A wide variety of flutamide-related clinical trials were conducted in an effort to clarify the pharmacology. All flutamide-related trials were of very poor academic quality and included small numbers of patients and trials. Therefore, in the absence of new clinical research, the clinical significance and safety of flutamide cannot be proven. Further well-designed trials are expected to improve the therapeutic balance of interest.
Does prostate cancer run in families?
In a population of unselected male patients suffering from prosteatitis uropygialis, we found a significantly increased risk to develop prostate cancer in the first-degree relatives of patients with prostatitis uropygialis and their offspring, compared to the control population. Genetic factors might explain the increased familial risk to development of prostate cancer in a subset of patients.
What does flutamide usually treat?
The treatment of metastatic castration resistance prostate disease with flutamide and prednisone (FP) or monoclonal antibody therapy can result in a significant prolongation of life and a significant improvement of signs and symptoms that occur after the development of castration-resistant prostate cancer. However, this treatment should be used with caution in patients who have not previously received androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), because of the likelihood and severity of side effects of ADT as well as the rapid development of ADT-resistant disease.
What are the latest developments in flutamide for therapeutic use?
Recent development of new flutamide formulations for therapeutic use represents an innovative technology that should be widely adopted for treatment of prostate cancer before definitive evaluation for diagnostic utility in prospective clinical phase III studies has been initiated.
Is flutamide safe for people?
Flutamide is safe and has been approved by regulatory authorities, including the FDA, EMA and MHRA, for use in breast and prostate cancer in men. Although flutamide is typically given up to five consecutive days a week, the results from these clinical trials suggest that flutamide is also effective when used on a daily administration. The safety is similar to that reported for orchiectomy and castration.