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Enzalutamide (Xtandi): Anyone have experience with this drug?
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Hello @jonyme90 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am sorry to learn of your father's diagnosis. I was able to find a discussion where members are sharing their experiences with Xtandi so you will notice I have moved your post here:
- Enzalutamide (Xtandi): Anyone have experience with this drug?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/xtandi-2/
Members such as @melcanada and @markheuer have recently been discussing and may be able to come in to share more with you.
How long since starting to take the Rx did the side effects appear?
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It started right away from the start of taking Xtandi. Thank you.
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I take an antidepressant at bedtime that has the effect of putting me to sleep for about 7-8 hours. But insomnia is a side effect listed for Xtandi. The antidepressants is not habit forming so that is a positive. It is called Mirtizapin.
The other side effect is not something I have heard of regarding Xtandi. My main side effect is chills in the am