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Tag: Androgen deprivation

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What is Casodex used for in prostate cancer treatment?

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Over 280,000 new cases of prostate cancer are estimated in the US annually, with hormone therapy being a cornerstone of treatment for advanced stages. The medication known as **Casodex** is one such hormonal therapy, but what is **Casodex** used for and how does it function within a treatment plan?

Is camcevi the same as lupron?: Answering the Differences Between Leuprolide Formulations

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Over 98% of patients treated with Camcevi in clinical trials achieve castrate levels of testosterone within a month, demonstrating its efficacy in treating advanced prostate cancer. But **is camcevi the same as lupron?**, a long-standing and widely recognized treatment for the same condition? While they share a common active ingredient, the answer is a definitive no, due to significant distinctions in their formulation and administration.