Abiraterone and Corzide 80/5

• Generic Name: abiraterone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Yonsa, Zytiga

Abiraterone works by reducing androgen production in the body. Androgens are male hormones that can promote tumor growth in the prostate gland.

Abiraterone is used together with steroid medication (prednisone or methylprednisolone) to treat prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. abiraterone is used in men whose prostate cancer cannot be treated with surgery or other medicines.

Abiraterone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: bendroflumethiazide / nadolol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Corzide 40/5, Corzide 80/5, Corzide

Bendroflumethiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Nadolol is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).

Corzide 80/5 is a combination medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Corzide 80/5 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.