Dr. Arul Amuthan L
Pharmacology
The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.
Answered by
Medically reviewed by
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I am six weeks pregnant and I might have exposed to a drug called Abiraterone indirectly. I had a patient who takes the medication. I did not handle the medicine directly but I am wondering whether can I get exposed to the medicine indirectly from the patient room. Is it possible to have indirect exposure to this medication? Does the residue of this medication can enter the skin and cause some systemic response?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com. Abiraterone is toxic. It can show toxicity when it enters our blood. When it is consumed orally, only fifty percent of it gets absorbed and the remaining gets excreted without absorption. So if the drug is exposed to the skin, eyes, and nose, the rate of absorption is not significant. This drug will not show any toxicity with a single dose. On repeated use, it produces toxicity even to the fetus too. As your exposure is up to the skin level, you need not worry. You are exposed to the patient for a single time and not multiple times, so there is nothing to worry. Considering all the above facts, I am sure you will not develop any toxic effects from Abiraterone.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor,
I got exposed to the patient multiple times as I was the nurse in the room. But I avoided touching things in that room without gloves except the door handle. His wife gave the medication to the patient and I do not think whether she washed the hands after doing it. The nursing assistant also cleaned the patient's feces by wearing gloves. I am worried whether any residue present on the door handle cause any toxic effect on me.
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com. Through the skin, the rate of absorption is not significant enough to cause systemic toxicity. You are doing the right practice. Handling the patient with gloves is necessary. The chemical (drug) is mixed with some excipients to produce a tablet. The drug is released from the tablet when the water is added to it. Once the tablet is put into the mouth, it starts releasing. But I do not think the drug is released outside the water or saliva. If the wife has handled the tablet in a dry state it will cause no issues to anybody. You are absolutely safe from it.
Was this conversation helpful?
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Pharmacology
Related Questions
Can Olanzapine and Dicorate be continued in pregnant woman with bipolar disorder?
Can I take Nexium for GERD beyond two weeks while pregnant?
Myths and Facts About Vaccination
Are the lesions on the tip of my tongue canker sores or herpes?
I feel pain due to wisdom tooth eruption. What can I do at the earliest to manage the pain?
What kind of mitochondrial poisoning can stay in body for longer period?
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy
