Eulexin
Formulated to target prostate cancer to alleviate hormonal progression.
- Category
- Oncology Support
- Active ingredient
- Flutamide
- Supply
- Rx
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg
Eulexin details
- Condition
- Prostate Cancer
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-Androgen
- Pharmacological class
- Non-steroidal Anti-androgen
- Contraindications
- severe hepatic impairment; hypersensitivity
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor liver enzymes; monitor blood counts; discontinue if jaundice observed
- Minor side effects
- hot flushes; nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- gynaecomastia; decreased libido; fatigue
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Formulated to target prostate cancer to alleviate hormonal progression.
- Supply category
- Prescription only (specially controlled medicine)
- Manufacturer
- Schering-Plough
- Onset Time
- varies
- Duration
- long-term
- Storage instructions
- Store in original container at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- Warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Adults only.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Not indicated for women.
Serious side effects
liver failure, requires immediate medical attention; hepatitis, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
A non-steroidal anti-androgen that competes with testosterone for receptor sites in the prostate, thus preventing cancer cell growth driven by androgens.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Eulexin
Eulexin is a prominent brand of Flutamide, used in the clinical management of prostate cancer. Produced by Schering-Plough, this medication is provided in tablet form at a strength of 250mg. It represents a widely recognised option for patients undergoing hormone therapy as part of a broader treatment plan for this specific oncological condition.
Eulexin availability in Asia
Eulexin is registered across 13 markets including the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan, with availability also in South Korea, Japan and the UAE. Whilst generic versions of Flutamide, often manufactured in India, may offer a cost-effective alternative for expats living far from a fully stocked pharmacy, this medication is best used under the direct supervision of a qualified doctor to monitor the patient’s individual response.