Experiences with

Zytiga

Zytiga (Abiraterone Acetate) o Zytiga (abiraterone acetate) is an androgen biosynthesis inhibitor used in advanced prostate cancer to further suppress testosterone production beyond standard androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). It is typically used with prednisone to manage side effects.

Have been told that you can get additional benefits from Zytiga after chemo. Should I restart Zytiga

My oncologist has prescribed 250 mg Zytiga daily with a low fat meal. He also prescribed 5 mg of prednisone twice a day. For those who are on the 250 mg Zytiga with a low fat meal regime, how much prednisone are you taking? Did anyone adjust their prednisone due to taking less Zytiga?

First, the day after stopping Zytiga, DHT was 25% of expected. Second, five days after stopping Zytiga, DHT was 47% of expected. The third will be 3-4 weeks post Zytiga. The fourth (if needed) will be 5-6 weeks post Zytiga. We want DHT to be 100% of expected at the 3-4 week mark.

I read that when zytiga and deltacortene fail, replacing deltacortene with dexamethasone allows zytiga to continue to be effective. I have been interested in prostate cancer for many years but I had never heard of this and I must admit that it surprised me a lot.

anyone taking a combo of zytiga and daralutamide?

If I were CRPC and was using Zytiga but progressing, barring liver breakdown or hypersensitivity to dutasteride, I wouldn't hesitate to add it to Zytiga.

November 2023 I started taking Zytiga. In December 2023 I had an angiogram detecting 60% to 70% LAD blockage. In December 2024, due to palpitation/flutter I wore Zio patch for 14 days, which found 5 SVT over a period of 4 days. My question is should I continue taking Zytiga?

Hi folksWhen do people find the best time to take Zytiga (Abiraterone). Before bed, first thing in the morning or in the middle of the day.? Cheers

Dad failed Zytiga, Docetaxel, Pluvicto, Cabazitaxel. He has extensive bone metastases. What’s left? Any other options?

https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT00887198

His doctor had him try taking only 2 Zytiga instead of 4 which my dad was nervous about so he didn’t do it everyday and only took the reduced dosage sometimes. While I’d like to believe that’s what caused the increase I’m nervous the Zytiga has stopped working entirely.

Urologist wants 24 months of Eligard and now wants to add Zytiga. PSMA showed no mets other than the presacral nodes. I’m wondering if adding Zytiga is an overkill at this point and if anyone else has a similar situation.

Is Zytiga really necessary at this point or is it an overkill? 2) Is it better/feasible to finish the two year recommendation of Eligard and then monitor my PSA holding the Zytiga in reserve?

wanted to ask if Ativan is allowed for anxiety during treatment of Orgovyx and zytiga and cyclis. Thank you so much for input. I asked the Dr waiting to hear back .

wanted to ask if Ativan is allowed for anxiety during treatment of Orgovyx and zytiga and cyclis. Thank you so much for input. I asked the Dr waiting to hear back .

(currently on Zytiga and 6 month shot of Leuprolide, and Xgeva) First episode was in October. Sudden onset of very intense pain, radiating from chest up and around ears. Feared heart attach and went to ER by ambulance. Everything checked out fine and he was sent home.

I just wonder can some side effects appear after taking Zytiga for over a year.

After Orgovyx and Zytiga have failed is there any evidence Xtandi will help? Terry/Poollover

I have been taking Zytiga with 5mg prednisone for 6years now I have had side effects of high blood pressure now I have low Potassium level of 2.7 .has anyone else had this issue. My kidney doctor said double the dose of potassium from 10meq to 20 each day and check level in on week.