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Understanding Your Prostate Cancer Medications: A Comprehensive Guide

A guide to common medications, side effects, and important considerations

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Last updated: Mar 24, 2025

Hormone Therapy Medications

LHRH Agonists

  • Leuprolide (Lupron®)
  • Goserelin (Zoladex®)
  • Triptorelin (Trelstar®)

Common side effects:

  • Hot flashes
  • Fatigue
  • Loss of libido
  • Bone density changes

Anti-Androgens

  • Bicalutamide (Casodex®)
  • Enzalutamide (Xtandi®)
  • Apalutamide (Erleada®)

Chemotherapy Options

Primary Agents

  • Docetaxel (Taxotere®)
  • Cabazitaxel (Jevtana®)

Administration schedule: Every 3 weeks with premedications

New Generation Treatments

PARP Inhibitors

  • Olaparib (Lynparza®)
  • Rucaparib (Rubraca®)

Immunotherapy

  • Sipuleucel-T (Provenge®)

Important Considerations

  1. Take medications as prescribed
  2. Report side effects promptly
  3. Keep all follow-up appointments
  4. Maintain bone health
  5. Regular PSA monitoring

Emergency Situations

Seek immediate medical attention if experiencing:

  • Severe allergic reactions
  • High fever
  • Unusual bleeding
  • Severe pain

Support Resources

  • Medication assistance programs
  • Side effect management clinics
  • Support groups
  • Nutritional guidance

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