Darolutamide
Generic name: darolutamide [ DAR-oh-LOO-ta-mide ]
Brand name: Nubeqa
Dosage form: oral tablet (300 mg)
Drug classes:Antiandrogens, Hormones / antineoplastics
What is darolutamide?
Darolutamide is used to treat prostate cancer that has not spread to other parts of your body.
Darolutamide is given after surgery or other treatments did not work or have stopped working.
Darolutamide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.
Before taking this medicine
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
liver or kidney disease.
May harm an unborn baby or cause a miscarriage. Darolutamide is not for use by women. Use effective birth control if your sex partner is able to get pregnant. Keep using birth control for at least 1 week after your last dose. Tell your doctor right away if a pregnancy occurs.
It may be harder for you to get a woman pregnant while you are using darolutamide. You should still use birth control to prevent pregnancy because the medicine can harm an unborn baby.
Not for use by women or by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take darolutamide?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take with food.
Darolutamide is usually taken 2 times per day. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.
If you have not had castration surgery (to lower the amount of testosterone in your body), your doctor may also prescribe a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) medicine. Keep using your GnRH as directed.
Store tightly closed at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
What should I avoid while taking darolutamide?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Darolutamide side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs ...
