Cyproterone acetate is a medication primarily indicated for the treatment of hyperandrogenism, hirsutism, and acne in individuals with conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and androgenetic alopecia. It is also utilized as a component of hormone replacement therapy for transgender women to suppress testosterone levels and promote feminization.
Hyper-sexuality In Males, Sexual Deviation In Males:
Adult: 50 Mg Twice Daily, To Be Taken After Food
Prevention Of Tumour Flare With Initial Gonadorelin Analogue Therapy:
Adult (Male): 200 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses For 5-7 Days Before Initiation Of Gonadorelin Analogue, Followed By 200 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses For 3-4 Weeks After Initiation Of Gonadorelin Analogue; Maximum 300 Mg Per Day.
Long-term Palliative Therapy Where Gonadorelin Analogues Or Orchidectomy Contra-indicated, Not Tolerated, Or Where Oral Therapy Preferred:
Adult (Male): 200-300 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses
Hot Flushes With Gonadorelin Analogue Therapy Or After Orchidectomy:
Adult (Male): Initially 50 Mg Daily, Then Adjusted According To Response To 50-150 Mg Daily In1-3 Divided Doses.
Children: Not Applicable.
Content
Tab 10mg /50mg: Cyproterone Acetate10mg / 50mg.
Pregnancy
Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Stability
Oral Anti-androgen
Contra Indications
Dubin-johnson Syndrome, History Of Thromboembolic Disorders, Liver-disease, Malignant Diseases, Previous Or Existing Liver Tumours, Rotor Syndrome, Severe Depression, Severe Diabetes (with Vascular Changes), Sickle-cell Anaemia, Wasting Diseases, Meningioma Or History Of Meningioma
Precautions
Dubin-johnson Syndrome, History Of Thromboembolic Disorders, Liver-disease, Malignant Diseases, Previous Or Existing Liver Tumours, Rotor Syndrome, Severe Depression, Severe Diabetes (with Vascular Changes), Sickle-cell Anaemia, Wasting Diseases, Meningioma Or History Of Meningioma
Lactation
Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Side Effects
Breathlessness
Changes In Hair Pattern
Fatigue
Gynaecomastia (rarely Leading To Galactorrhoea And Benign Breast Nodules)