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Side Effects:
The following side effects are common (occurring in greater than 30%) for patients taking bicalutamide (with LHRH agonist):
- Hot flashes (see sexuality)
- Swelling of the breasts (gynecomastia) (see sexuality)
- Breast pain (see sexuality)
- Loss of interest in sex (decreased libido) (see sexuality)
- Inability to obtain or sustain an erection (impotence) (see sexuality)
These are less common (occurring in 10-29%) side effects for patients taking bicalutamide (with LHRH agonist):
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Increases in blood tests measuring liver function. These return to normal once treatment is discontinued. (see liver problems).
- Fertility, meaning your ability to father a child, may be affected by bicalutamide. Please discuss this issue with your health care professional.
Not all side effects are listed above, some that are rare (occurring in less than 10% of patients) are not listed here. However, you should always inform your health care provider if you experience any unusual symptoms.
When to contact your doctor or health care provider:
Contact your health care provider
immediately, day or night, if you should experience any of the following symptoms:
- Chest pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Urinary retention or inability to urinate (for 8-12 hours).
- The following symptoms require medical attention, but are not an emergency. Contact your health care provider within 24 hours of noticing any of the following:
- Nausea (interferes with ability to eat and unrelieved with prescribed medication).
- Vomiting (vomiting more than 4-5 times in a 24 hour period).
- Diarrhea (4-6 episodes in a 24-hour period).
Always inform your health care provider if you experience any unusual symptoms.