Enzalutamide

Uses

Enzalutamide is used in the treatment of prostate cancer, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and excessive hair growth.

How it Works

How Enzalutamide works Enzalutamide is an antiandrogen. It works by blocking the effects of natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Enzalutamide include headache, weakness, high blood pressure, decreased appetite, constipation, back pain, hot flushes, joint pain, musculoskeletal pain (bone, muscle, or joint), diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infection, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), anxiety, blood in urine, falls, fractures, taste changes, breathlessness, and weight loss.

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