Ingredient

Abiraterone Acetate Micronized

Abiraterone acetate is an antineoplastic agent used in the treatment of prostate cancer that inhibits the growth of cancer cells.

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MFDS ingredient code M262177

What does it do?

Abiraterone acetate is an active ingredient in antineoplastic agents used for the treatment of prostate cancer. This ingredient blocks the production of androgen hormones, which helps to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. It is primarily prescribed to patients with prostate cancer.

Abiraterone acetate reduces male hormone production by inhibiting enzymes involved in androgen synthesis in the body. This blocks the supply of hormones necessary for the growth of prostate cancer cells, preventing tumor proliferation.

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Good to know

Abiraterone acetate has the characteristic of inhibiting androgen synthesis itself, unlike other anti-androgens. As a result, it is effective even in prostate cancer that has become resistant to hormone therapy, which distinguishes it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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