Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Lysodren

Descriptions


Mitotane is used to treat cancer of the adrenal glands (adrenocortical carcinoma) that cannot be removed by surgery. This medicine acts on a part of the body called the adrenal cortex. Mitotane reduces the amount of steroids (cortisone-like hormones) that are produced by the adrenal cortex. These hormones are important for various functions of the body, including growth. However, too much of these hormones can cause problems.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet