Medication interactions

[DeMoyne]

I'm wondering about the interaction of Xarelto with Bicalutimide. Some time after I took Bicalutimide the first time (for 67 mos), I developed blood clots in my leg, hence the Xarelto. What are the dangers, if any, of taking these meds simultaneously? What should I look out for in the way of symptoms?

[DeMoyne]

That should read "6" mos.

[Hidden]

no idea.

But talking Xarelto for blood clots seems very normal and appropriate, whatever the source of the increased risk of blood clots.

[AlanMeyer Moderator]

I don't know if this will answer your question, but sometimes you can find useful information at one of the websites providing FDA drug labels. Google for "FDA drug labels" (no quotes) to find the websites. They all have the same data but some have searching or formatting that you might like better than others.

Another possibility is to call the companies that market Xarelto or bicalutamide (e.g. the makers of Casodex.) They may have a nurse or someone who can answer questions.

The National Cancer Institute has free telephone and chat services where you can talk to someone. They won't be doctors, but will be experienced at finding info about cancer. Go to cancer.gov and call the phone number at the top of the page (1-800-4-CANCER) or click the CHAT button.

Good luck.

Alan