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Template:Side effects of high-dose cyproterone acetate

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Side effects of high-dose cyproterone acetate
Frequency System Organ Class Side effect
Very common (≥10%) General disorders and administration site conditions
Psychiatric disorders
Reproductive system and breast disorders
Hepatobiliary disorders Elevated liver enzymes
Common (≥1% and <10%) Metabolism and nutrition disorders Weight gain or loss (can be associated with fluid retention)
Psychiatric disorders
Reproductive system and breast disorders
General disorders and administration site conditions
Respiratory, thoracic, and mediastinal disorders Shortness of breath
Gastrointestinal disorders
Uncommon (≥0.1% and <1%) Psychiatric disorders Decreased libido (women)
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders Rash
Rare (≥0.01% and <0.1%) Immune system disorders Hypersensitivity reactions (rash, itching, shortness of breath)
Psychiatric disorders Increased libido (women)
Very rare (<0.01%) Neoplasms benign and malignant Benign and malignant liver tumors
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders Osteoporosis
Cardiovascular disorders
Reproductive system and breast disorders Galactorrhea
General disorders and administration site conditions Sleep disturbances
Unspecified Unsorted
Low
Dysmenorrhea
Vaginal discharge
Skin discoloration
Stretch marks
Rare
Liver toxicity (including jaundice, hepatitis, liver failure)
Notes: Side effects are for dosages of cyproterone acetate (Androcur) of 10 to 300 mg/day. Sources: [1][2][3]