FLUTAMIDE (Flutamide) Nursing Considerations

What is the generic name?

FLUTAMIDE

What is the Trade Name for FLUTAMIDE?

Flutamide

What are the Indications for FLUTAMIDE?

• INDICATIONS AND USAGE Flutamide capsules are indicated for use in combination with LHRH-agonists for the management of locally confined Stage B 2 -C and Stage D 2 metastatic carcinoma of the prostate. Stage B 2 -C Prostatic Carcinoma Treatment with flutamide capsules and the goserelin acetate implant should start eight weeks prior to initiating radiation therapy and continue during radiation therapy. Stage D 2 Metastatic Carcinoma To achieve benefit from treatment, flutamide capsules should be initiated with the LHRH-agonist and continued until progression.

References: https://open.fda.gov/