Flutamide

WHAT IS IT?

Flutamide is a non steroid agent that acts as a competitive testosterone receptor inhibitor. 

WHEN DO WE USE IT?

Prostate cancer: blocks the stimulatory effects of androgens on the primary tumor, as well as metastases. Leads tot he reduction of the size of the tumors/mets and this improves symptoms (such as bone pain or urinary obstruction). 

WHEN DO WE AVOID USING IT?
HOW IS IT ADMINISTERED?
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS/TOXICITY?
ANYTHING ELSE TO KEEP IN MIND?
 

 

Page Updated: 04.28.2017