FLUTAMIDE (Eulexin) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

FLUTAMIDE

What is the Trade Name for FLUTAMIDE?

Eulexin

What are the Indications for FLUTAMIDE?

  • INDICATIONS AND USAGE Eulexin‚Ñ¢ capsules are indicated for use in combination with LHRH-agonists for the management of locally confined Stage B 2 -C and Stage D 2 metastatic carcinoma of the prostate. Stage B 2 -C Prostatic Carcinoma Treatment with Eulexin‚Ñ¢ capsules and the goserelin acetate implant should start eight weeks prior to initiating radiation therapy and continue during radiation therapy. Stage D 2 Metastatic Carcinoma To achieve benefit from treatment, Eulexin‚Ñ¢ capsules should be initiated with the LHRH-agonist and continued until progression.

 

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