Description
| Details | Information |
| Brand Name | Rexigo 120 Tablet |
| Composition | Relugolix 120 mg |
| Generic Name | Relugolix |
| Manufacturer | Zydus Healthcare Limited |
| Drug Class | GnRH Receptor Antagonist |
| Uses | Advanced Prostate Cancer |
| Dosage Form | Tablet |
Rexigo 120 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains Relugolix. It is mainly used to treat advanced prostate cancer in adult men. Relugolix belongs to a group of medicines called GnRH receptor antagonists. It works by blocking certain signals in the body that are responsible for producing testosterone, a male hormone. Some prostate cancer cells use testosterone to grow and spread.
By lowering testosterone levels, Rexigo 120 Tablet helps reduce the hormonal support that cancer cells need and may slow the growth of prostate cancer. It should be taken regularly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not change the dose or stop treatment without medical advice.
What is a Rexigo 120 mg Tablet?
Rexigo 120 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains Relugolix 120 mg as its active ingredient. It is used to treat advanced prostate cancer in adult men. Rexigo belongs to a group of medicines called GnRH receptor antagonists. It works by lowering the level of testosterone, a male hormone that can support the growth of prostate cancer cells.
Relugolix reduces testosterone levels without causing an initial rise in testosterone. Rexigo 120 mg Tablet should be taken only as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor may regularly monitor your health, symptoms, hormone levels, and treatment response during therapy.
Uses of Rexigo 120 mg Tablet
Rexigo 120 Tablet uses include the treatment of advanced prostate cancer in adult men. It contains Relugolix, which lowers testosterone levels in the body. This can help slow the growth of prostate cancer cells that depend on testosterone. Rexigo 120 mg Tablet is used as part of hormone therapy for prostate cancer.
How Does Rexigo 120 mg Tablet Work?
Rexigo 120 mg Tablet contains Relugolix which works by blocking GnRH receptors in the body. These receptors control hormones that signal the testes to produce testosterone.
By blocking these signals Rexigo reduces testosterone levels in the blood. Lower testosterone levels can help slow the growth and spread of prostate cancer cells that depend on male hormones to grow.
Unlike some other hormone treatments Relugolix works directly as a GnRH receptor blocker and does not cause the same initial rise in testosterone. This is how Rexigo 120 mg Tablet works to provide androgen-deprivation therapy for advanced prostate cancer.
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Benefits of Rexigo 120 mg Tablet
- Treatment of Advanced Prostate Cancer
- Helps lower testosterone levels in the body.
- Reduces the hormone signals that can support prostate cancer growth.
- Helps control advanced prostate cancer in adult men.
- May slow the growth and progression of hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.
- Helps reduce the effect of male hormones on cancer cells.
- Provides continuous hormone suppression when taken regularly.
- Can be used as part of a doctor-planned prostate cancer treatment.
- May help manage the progression of the disease over time
How to Take Rexigo 120 mg Tablet?
Take Rexigo Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can generally be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with water and do not crush or chew it. Try to take it at approximately the same time each day to maintain a consistent treatment schedule.
Do not stop Rexigo 120 mg on your own, even if you feel better. If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it has been more than 12 hours since the scheduled time. In that situation, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the usual time.
Dosage of Rexigo 120 mg Tablet
The usual treatment with Rexigo 120 mg Tablet starts with a 360 mg dose on the first day. After this, the recommended dose is usually 120 mg once daily. Take the tablet at about the same time each day, with or without food, as advised by your doctor.
If you stop taking Rexigo for more than 7 days, your doctor may recommend taking a 360 mg dose again before restarting the daily 120 mg dose. The dose may also need to be changed when Rexigo is taken with certain medicines. Do not change or stop your dose without consulting your doctor.
Side Effects of Rexigo 120 mg Tablet
Rexigo 120 mg Tablet may cause some side effects. Common side effects include:
- Hot flashes or a sudden feeling of warmth
- Tiredness
- Muscle, bone, or joint pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Increased blood sugar levels
- Increased triglyceride levels
- Low hemoglobin levels
- Changes in liver enzyme levels
These side effects may not affect everyone and may improve as your body gets used to the medicine. If any side effect continues, becomes severe, or causes concern, speak with your doctor.
Rexigo may also affect the heart’s rhythm in some people. Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart rhythm problems or are taking medicines that can affect the heart rhythm.
Drug Interactions
Some medicines may affect how Rexigo 120 mg Tablet works by changing the amount of Relugolix in your body. Certain medicines can increase or decrease its effect.
Medicines that affect P-glycoprotein (P-gp) or CYP3A enzymes may interact with Rexigo. Some of these medicines may need to be avoided or taken with special care.
Before starting Rexigo 120 mg, tell your doctor about all the medicines, vitamins, supplements, and over-the-counter products you are taking. Your doctor can check for possible interactions and adjust your treatment if needed.
Safety Advice
Kidney: If you have kidney problems, tell your doctor before taking Rexigo 120 mg Tablet. Patients with severe kidney problems or those on dialysis may need special medical advice.
Pregnancy: Rexigo 120 mg Tablet is intended for use in adult men and should not be used by women. Relugolix may harm an unborn baby. If your partner can become pregnant, talk to your doctor about using effective contraception during treatment.
Lungs: Tell your doctor if you have any serious lung or breathing problems. If you develop sudden difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, or other signs of a serious allergic reaction, seek medical help immediately.
Breastfeeding: Rexigo 120 mg Tablet is intended for adult men and is not used for breastfeeding-related conditions. Women who are breastfeeding should not use this medicine unless specifically advised by a doctor.
Liver: Tell your doctor if you have liver disease before taking Rexigo 120 mg Tablet. Patients with severe liver problems may require additional medical evaluation during treatment.
Storage
Store Rexigo 120 mg Tablet at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C. Keep it away from heat and moisture. Keep the medicine in its original packaging and out of the reach of children.
