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Chapter 8<br />

Anti-androgens<br />

Bicalutamide<br />

What is it?<br />

Bicalutamide is an oral non-steroidal anti-androgen 44 . It binds to the<br />

androgen receptor and works by blocking the action of testosterone.<br />

Administration<br />

Oral, as tablets<br />

Also known as<br />

Casodex, Bicalutamid in Germany, and Bicalutamida in Spain.<br />

Manufacturer<br />

Zentiva, and Winthrop Pharmaceuticals.<br />

Contains<br />

Contents of one 50mg bicalutamide tablet -<br />

• Tablet core - Lactose monohydrate, Povidone K-29/32, Crospovidone<br />

(type A), Sodium lauryl sulphate, Magnesium stearate<br />

• Film-coating - Lactose monohydrate, Hypromellose, Titanium dioxide<br />

(E171), Macrogol 4000 (emc, <strong>2016</strong>).<br />

44 counteracts the effects of androgens on various body organs and tissues<br />

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