Euflex (Flutamide)

Do's

• Take it exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
• This includes the dosage and frequency.
• Take it at consistent intervals, around eight hours apart.
• Be aware that it might be taken in combination with other therapies, like LHRH agonists, for a combined androgen blockade.
• Talk to your healthcare provider about any side effects you experience.

Don'ts

Don't take it if you have liver problems or are allergic to it.

Don't take it if you are a woman.

Don't stop taking it without consulting your healthcare provider.

Don't give it to anyone else, even if they have similar symptoms.

Common Side effects

Appetite changes

Constipation

Diarrhea

Dizziness

Drowsiness

Headache

Hot

flashes

Impotence

Nausea

Indigestion

Nervousness

Reduction in sexual desire

Sleeping

problems

Swelling of breasts with pain or tenderness

Vomiting

Serious side effects 

Anxiety

Blurred vision

Confusion

Cough or hoarseness

Increased blood pressure

Itching

Joint or muscle pain

Shortness of breath

Signs of anemia (low numbers of red blood cells; e.g., unusual tiredness or weakness, pale coloured lips, fingernails, or palms of hands)

Blood in stools

Blood in urine

Bloody nose

Coughing blood

Cuts that don't stop bleeding

Changes in sleep

Changes in weight

Decreased interest in activities

Poor concentration

Thoughts of suicide

Fever or chills

Headache

Listlessness

Prolonged dizziness

Severe diarrhea

Shortness of breath

Stiff neck

Weight loss

This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects while taking Euflex, contact your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Inform your healthcare provider about any allergies to Euflex's ingredients or similar medications.

Disclose any pre-existing medical conditions, especially:

Stomach ulcers or bleeding problems

Liver or kidney disease

Heart disease or high blood pressure

Asthma or other respiratory problems

Consult your healthcare provider before using Euflex if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Euflex may increase the risk of bleeding. Be cautious if you take blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder.

Euflex may mask symptoms of a serious condition. If your pain worsens or persists, consult your healthcare provider.

Euflex can cause drowsiness or dizziness. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

Alcohol consumption can worsen Euflex's side effects. Limit alcohol intake while using this medication.