Enzalutamide Capsules 40mg
Enzalutamide is a medication used to treat prostate cancer. It is sold under the brand name Xtandi, among others. Here is an overview of Enzalutamide Capsules 40mg, including its uses, mechanism of action, administration, benefits, and considerations:
Uses:
- Prostate Cancer: Enzalutamide is primarily used to treat metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) and non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (nmCRPC). It is also used in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC).
Mechanism of Action:
- Androgen Receptor Inhibitor: Enzalutamide works by inhibiting the action of androgens (male hormones) by binding to the androgen receptors on prostate cancer cells. This prevents the androgens from stimulating the growth of prostate cancer cells.