Antiandrogen (prostate cancer medicine)
Last reviewed June 2026
Who is this for?
Apalutamide (sold as Erleada) is a cancer drug that works by blocking the male hormone testosterone from fueling the growth of prostate cancer cells.
Binds to the androgen receptor with high affinity and blocks its nuclear translocation, preventing androgen-mediated transcription of prostate cancer growth genes. Additionally inhibits androgen synthesis by suppressing CYP17A1 enzyme activity, reducing intratumoral testosterone production.
Prescription Required
You need a doctor's prescription to buy this drug.
Explore this drug
Take 4 tablets of Erleada 60 mg (that is 240 mg total) once daily. You can take it with or without food — just swallow the tablets whole with water. Take it at the same time every day so you don't forget.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember on the same day. If you have already missed the whole day, skip that dose and take your normal dose the next day. Do not take double to make up for the missed one.
This is a specialist cancer drug — only use it if prescribed by your oncologist or urologist, never buy from unverified sources. Do not share this medication with anyone else, even if they also have prostate cancer. Attend all your clinic appointments so your doctor can monitor how you are responding and check for side effects.
Apalutamide can reduce the effectiveness of many other drugs including blood thinners like warfarin, so tell your doctor about all medicines you take. It may also reduce how well some heart and blood pressure medicines work. Avoid alcohol as it can worsen tiredness and other side effects.
Check your specific combination
Is it safe to take Apalutamide with your other drugs?
Apalutamide is not for use in women — it can cause serious harm to an unborn baby, so men taking this drug must use effective contraception if their partner can become pregnant.
Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat. In Nigeria's hot climate, keep it in a cool, dry place — not in the bathroom or kitchen. Always keep it out of reach of children.
For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under — especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.
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