| ๐ฌ Active Ingredient (Generic Name): | Flutamide |
|---|---|
| ๐ Indication: | Prostate Cancer, Androgen-Dependent Conditions |
| ๐บ๐ธ US Brand: | Eulexin |
| ๐ญ Manufacturer: | Cipla Ltd. (Founded: 1935) |
| ๐ฆ Packaging: | 10 Tablets per Strip |
| ๐งช Strength: | 250 mg |
| ๐ Delivery Time: | 6 To 15 days |
๐ฟ What is Cytomid 250 mg?
Cytomid contains Flutamide, a nonโsteroidal antiandrogen that blocks testosterone receptors, slowing prostate cancer progression. It is prescribed alongside LHRH analogues for androgen deprivation therapy.
๐ Availability & Global Brands
Flutamide is marketed in the United States under the brand name Eulexin. Cipla Ltd., established in 1935, produces Cytomid 250 mg, ensuring compliance with international quality standards.
๐งฌ Chemical Composition of Flutamide
| Component | Details |
| Active Ingredient | Flutamide |
| Chemical Formula | C11H11F3N2O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 276.21 g/mol |
| Bioavailability | ~80% |
| Metabolism | Hepatic (CYP1A2) |
| Half-Life | ~6 hrs |
๐ก Indications & Usage
โ Prostate Cancer Therapy: Inhibits androgen stimulation of tumor cells.
โ Androgen-Dependent Conditions: Reduces symptoms like bone pain and urinary obstruction.
๐ Dosage Recommendations
| Patient Group | Recommended Dosage |
| Prostate Cancer | 250 mg three times daily |
Follow oncologistโs dosing schedule precisely.
๐ฉบ Storage Guidelines
- Store Cytomid 250 mg at room temperature (15ยฐCโ30ยฐC).
- Protect from moisture and light.
- Keep out of reach of children.
โ ๏ธ Possible Side Effects
Common side effects:
- Gynecomastia (breast enlargement)
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
- Fatigue
- Hot flashes
Rare but serious:
- Hepatotoxicity
- Interstitial lung disease
Consult FDA, WHO, or Drugs.com for complete safety details.
๐ How to Buy Cytomid 250 mg in the US, UK, and Australia
โ United States: Prescription required; available as Eulexin.
โ United Kingdom: Prescription necessary; generic Flutamide available.
โ Australia: Prescription required; import permitted with valid prescription.
๐ข Importing Cytomid from India
Importing Cytomid 250 mg from India can reduce costs. Verify local import regulations and obtain a valid prescription before ordering.
๐ Internal Links to Associated Antiandrogens
Explore other prostate cancer treatments:
- Calutide 50 mg โ Bicalutamide by Cipla Ltd.
- Bicatero 50 mg โ Bicalutamide by Hetero Drugs.
- Nilutamide โ Alternative antiandrogen by Emcure Pharmaceuticals.
- Enzalutamide โ Second-generation antiandrogen by Astellas Pharma.
- Abiraterone โ CYP17 inhibitor by Janssen.
๐ฅ Educational Video on Flutamide
Deepen your understanding of Flutamideโs mechanism and clinical use.
๐จโโ๏ธ Doctor’s Insight: Dr. Kavita Rao, Oncologist
“Flutamide is a key component of androgen deprivation therapy, especially effective when combined with LHRH analogues. Routine liver function tests are essential due to potential hepatotoxicity.”




