Description Introduction What GLENZA 40MG is used for? It is used to treat adult men with prostate cancer that no longer responds to androgen deprivation therapy Warning & Precautions Talk to Doctor Talk to your doctor before you take this medicine, if you: Are allergic or hypersensitive to GLENZA 40MG or any of the other ingredients of this medicine Have problems with your liver, kidney Have heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia) Pregnancy & Breast Feeding If you are pregnant or breastfeeding think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine Children & Adolescents It is not for use in children and adolescents Driving & Using Machines ENZALUTAMIDE has moderate effect on your ability to drive or use any tools or machines as the side effects include psychiatric and neurological events including seizure. If you are at higher risk of seizures, talk to your doctor Interactions Tell your doctor if you are taking, Aminophylline, theophylline (used to treat asthma and other respiratory diseases) Medicines used to treat certain psychiatric disorders such as depression and schizophrenia Pethidine, fentanyl, tramadol, methadone (used for the treatment of pain) Gemfibrozil, atorvastatin, simvastatin (used to treat lower cholesterol) Cabazitaxel (used to treat cancer) Carbamazepine, clonazepam, phenytoin, primidone, valproic acid (used to treat epilepsy) Diazepam, midazolam, haloperidol (used to treat psychiatric disorders such as severe anxiety or schizophrenia) Zolpidem (used to treat sleep disorders) Bisoprolol, digoxin, diltiazem, felodipine, nicardipine, nifedipine, propranolol, verapamil (used to lower blood pressure) Dexamethasone, prednisolone (used to treat serious disease related to inflammation) Indinavir, ritonavir (used to treat HIV infection) Clarithromycin, doxycycline (used to treat bacterial infections) Levothyroxine (used to treat thyroid disorders) Colchicine (used to treat gout) Omeprazole (used to treat stomach disorders) Dabigatran etexilate (used to treat heart conditions or strokes) Tacrolimus (used to prevent organ rejection) Quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone and sotalol (used to treat heart rhythm problems) Moxifloxacin (used to treat infections) How to Use Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you If you take more GLENZA 40MG If you take more than prescribed, stop taking GLENZA 40MG and contact your doctor. You may have an increased risk of seizure or other side effects If you forget to take GLENZA 40MG If you forget to take this medicine at the usual time, take your usual dose as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you forgot If you stop taking GLENZA 40MG Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so Side Effects Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them Serious Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES): symptoms are seizure, worsening headache, confusion, blindness or other vision problems Common Tiredness, broken bones, hot flushes, high blood pressure Headache, feeling anxious Dry skin, itching Blockage of the arteries in the heart (ischemic heart disease), breast enlargement in men (gynaecomastia), Symptom of restless legs syndrome (an uncontrollable urge to move a part of the body, usually the leg) Memory related problems Uncommon Hallucinations Confusion Low white blood cell count More Information Storage Keep this medicine out of reach of children Store at  a room temperature of 15-25°C FAQs How long does it take for this medicine to take effect? Glenpaz 40 MG Tablet is rapidly absorbed from the gastro-intestinal tract and reaches its peak levels after 2 to 2.5 hours of oral administration. How long do the effects of this medicine last? Glenpaz 40 MG Tablet remains active in the body for up to 24 hours after the administration of the dose. Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine? Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption. Is this a habit forming medicine? No habit-forming tendencies were reported. Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy? This medicine is considered safe for consumption by pregnant women. However, discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine. Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding? This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. 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