The First Step Is a Conversation.

ZYTIGA® (abiraterone acetate) provides another treatment option for men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of their body (metastatic), and is resistant to medical and surgical treatments that lower testosterone (metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer or mCRPC).

Deciding to talk to your doctor about ZYTIGA® is a positive step. To help get the most out of that conversation, prepare for it in advance. Here are some suggestions for making sure your questions are addressed and that you get the information you need about ZYTIGA® and your health.

Print Your Doctor Discussion Guide

It has all the questions listed below — and space for writing notes — to help you have a productive talk with your doctor.

  • Prepare your questions ahead of time.
  • Don't be afraid to ask for the information you want.
  • Bring someone with you to your appointment. They'll help you keep track of the information your doctor gives you.
  • Bring a pen and paper so you can take notes.
  • Repeat back what your doctor tells you. That way you can be sure you've understood it.

Here are some suggested questions that may be helpful to include in your discussion:

  • Is ZYTIGA® the right medication for me?
  • How might ZYTIGA® help me?
  • What are the possible side effects of this medication?
  • How will I be followed during my treatment?
  • How do I get ZYTIGA®?
  • How do I take ZYTIGA® and prednisone?
  • Why do I have to take prednisone with ZYTIGA®?

What is ZYTIGA®?

ZYTIGA® (abiraterone acetate) is a prescription medicine that is used along with prednisone. ZYTIGA® is used to treat men with castration-resistant prostate cancer (prostate cancer that is resistant to medical or surgical treatments that lower testosterone) that has spread to other parts of the body.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Who should not take ZYTIGA®?

Do not take ZYTIGA® if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. ZYTIGA® may harm your unborn baby. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not touch ZYTIGA® without protection, such as gloves.

ZYTIGA® is not for use in women or children. Keep ZYTIGA® and all medicines out of the reach of children.

Before you take ZYTIGA®, tell your healthcare provider if you:

If you are taking ZYTIGA®:

ZYTIGA® may cause serious side effects including:

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

THESE ARE NOT ALL THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF ZYTIGA®.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, ASK YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER OR PHARMACIST.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

ZYTIGA® can interact with other medicines.

You should not start or stop any medicine before you talk with the healthcare provider that prescribed ZYTIGA®.

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them with you to show to your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.

Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

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