Pronunciation: floo-ox-i-MES-te-rone
Generic Name: Fluoxymesterone
Brand Name: Androxy
Fluoxymesterone is used for:
Treating a deficiency of the male hormone testosterone when the body does not make enough. It is also used to stimulate puberty in males with delayed puberty.Treating advanced breast cancer in women who are 1 to 5 years past menopause.
Fluoxymesterone is an androgen.It works by stimulating normal growth and development of the male sex organs and maintaining normal secondary sex characteristics.It is unknown exactly how Fluoxymesterone works to treat breast cancer.
Do NOT use Fluoxymesterone if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Fluoxymesterone
- you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
- you have breast cancer or prostate cancer
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Fluoxymesterone:
Some medical conditions may interact with Fluoxymesterone. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have prostate problems, high blood calcium levels, or heart, liver, or kidney disease
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Fluoxymesterone. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), carbamazepine, corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), macrolide immunosuppressants (eg, tacrolimus), or oxyphenbutazone because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Fluoxymesterone may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Fluoxymesterone:
Use Fluoxymesterone as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Fluoxymesterone may be taken with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
- If you miss a dose of Fluoxymesterone, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Fluoxymesterone.
Important safety information:
- Fluoxymesterone may contain tartrazine dye (FD&C Yellow No. 5), which can cause allergic reactions in certain patients. If you have previously had an allergic reaction to tartrazine, contact your pharmacist to determine if the medicine you are taking contains tartrazine.
- Diabetes patients - Fluoxymesterone may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine.
- LAB TESTS, including liver function and blood cholesterol, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Young males who are taking Fluoxymesterone for delayed puberty should be checked for bone development every 6 months.
- Use Fluoxymesterone with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially prostate problems.
- Fluoxymesterone is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Fluoxymesterone if you are pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. It is unknown if Fluoxymesterone is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Fluoxymesterone.
Possible side effects of Fluoxymesterone:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Changes in sexual desire; absence of menstrual flow; acne; breast swelling or tenderness; deepening of voice; growth of facial hair; headache; irregular menstrual flow; mood changes; painful, prolonged erection; swelling of the clitoris.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); ankle swelling; change in skin color; nausea; vomiting; weight gain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Fluoxymesterone side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Proper storage of Fluoxymesterone:
Store Fluoxymesterone at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Fluoxymesterone out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Fluoxymesterone, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Fluoxymesterone is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Fluoxymesterone. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Fluoxymesterone resources
- Fluoxymesterone Side Effects (in more detail)
- Fluoxymesterone Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Drug Images
- Fluoxymesterone Drug Interactions
- Fluoxymesterone Support Group
- 0 Reviews for Fluoxymesterone - Add your own review/rating
- Fluoxymesterone Monograph (AHFS DI)
- Fluoxymesterone Professional Patient Advice (Wolters Kluwer)
- fluoxymesterone Concise Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
- Androxy Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Halotestin Prescribing Information (FDA)
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