Anastrozole Tablets
The product is utilized to alleviate hormonal signals influencing tissue growth in specific patient populations.
Strengths: 1mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Arimidex
- Therapeutic class
Aromatase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
Non-steroidal aromatase inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
infertility
- Minor side effects
hot flushes; fatigue; headache
- Moderate side effects
arthralgia; osteoporosis; vaginal dryness
- Serious side effects
bone fractures — requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
AstraZeneca
- Onset Time
continuous
- Duration
continuous
- Storage instructions
Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
oestrogen-containing therapies; tamoxifen
- Age restrictions
Adults only.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to anastrozole; pre-menopausal endocrine status; severe hepatic impairment
Precautions and warnings
monitor bone mineral density; inform doctor of planned surgery; avoid in women with severe renal impairment
Patient summary
The product is utilized to alleviate hormonal signals influencing tissue growth in specific patient populations.
Mechanism of action
Anastrozole acts by potently inhibiting the aromatase enzyme, which reduces the peripheral conversion of androgens to oestrogens, thereby lowering oestrogen levels in post-menopausal women.
Anastrozole Tablets
The product is utilized to alleviate hormonal signals influencing tissue growth in specific patient populations.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Anastrozole
- Listed indication(s): Breast Cancer
Available option
- 42 tablets - 1 mg1150-1-mg-13593