Can I drink alcohol while taking Zytiga?

You should avoid alcohol while taking abiraterone acetate. This medication can affect your liver, and alcohol adds extra strain.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Zytiga?

If you miss a dose of abiraterone acetate, take it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Never take two doses at once to make up for a missed one.

🎗️ OncologyTablet, oral

Zytiga

abiraterone acetate

A CYP17 enzyme inhibitor used with prednisone to treat metastatic castration-resistant and castration-sensitive prostate cancer by reducing androgen production.

Form

Tablet, oral

Uses

Side effects

What is Zytiga used for?

Treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.
Treatment of metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer in combination with prednisone.

abiraterone acetate side effects

Common side effects of abiraterone acetate include:

Fatigue

Fluid retention

High blood pressure

Diarrhea

CommonModerateLess common

abiraterone acetate warnings & precautions

Can cause mineralocorticoid excess leading to fluid retention and high blood pressure.
Monitor liver function regularly. Severe hepatotoxicity has been reported.

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