Lysodren

Generic name:mitotane [ MYE-toe-tane ]
Drug class:Miscellaneous antineoplastics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 12, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Lysodren?

Lysodren is used to treat cancer of the adrenal gland (adrenal cortical carcinoma).

Lysodren may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You may need to take steroid medicine, or stop taking Lysodren for a short time if you have a serious injury or medical emergency. Your doctor will determine when you can start taking Lysodren again. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor.

You must remain under the care of a doctor while taking Lysodren.

Before taking this medicine

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

recent infection, surgery, or trauma;
liver disease; or
if you take a blood thinner (warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven).

Do not use Lysodren if you are pregnant. This medicine could harm the unborn baby or cause miscarriage or premature birth. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medicine.

Do not breastfeed while using this medicine.

Follow your doctor's instructions about how long to avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding after your treatment ends. Lysodren can stay in your bloodstream long after you stop using it.

How should I take Lysodren?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

You may need frequent medical tests. Even if you have no symptoms, tests can help your doctor determine if Lysodren is effective.

You may need to take steroid medicine, or stop taking Lysodren for a short time if you have a serious injury or medical emergency. Your doctor will determine when you can start taking this medicine again. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor.

You must remain under the care of a doctor while taking Lysodren.

Store Lysodren at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Ask your pharmacist how to safely handle Lysodren tablets. You may need to wear latex gloves when handling this medicine. Do not use a broken tablet.