Emcyt (Estramustine) is used to treat metastatic or progressive prostate cancer. This medication interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells. Emcyt is a combination anti-cancer (antineoplastic or cytotoxic) chemotherapy drug classified as an antimicrotubular agent. This medication works by increasing estrogens, which interfere with prostate cancer, and by slowing/stopping the growth of cancer cells. Do not take this medication if you are allergic. Talk to your medical professional if you have a history of blood clots (e.g., in the legs, eyes, lungs), bone disease (e.g., bone metastases, high calcium levels), high cholesterol or triglyceride (blood fat) levels, depression, diabetes, severe headaches (e.g., migraine), heart disease (e.g., angina, heart attack, heart failure), high blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease, seizure, long periods of sitting or lying down (e.g., immobility such as being bedridden), stroke or thyroid problems. Take this medication as directed by your doctor. Consult your doctor for any possible side effects and precautions. If you experience any serious side effects, contact your doctor promptly.
Emcyt Availability
Big Mountain Drugs offers the brand name of Emcyt, manufactured in Canada by Pfizer. The generic of Emcyt is not available at this time. Emcyt is available in the dosage of 140mg capsules.