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How Long Does Zoladex Take To Lower PSA Levels?
Question: I have been prescribed Cassodex in combination with Zoladex with 3 month implant on the 11th of May. My PSA at the time was 8.6. How soon can I expect a drop in the PSA or how long does it take for the medication to show any results
Brief Answer:
Takes 4 weeks of time for the PSA level to drop
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Casodex contains bicalutamide
It generally takes 4 weeks of time for the PSA level to drop
1 month of time is required for the medication to show any result
Response rate is good and it is about 85%
Regards
DR DE
Takes 4 weeks of time for the PSA level to drop
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Casodex contains bicalutamide
It generally takes 4 weeks of time for the PSA level to drop
1 month of time is required for the medication to show any result
Response rate is good and it is about 85%
Regards
DR DE
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