Anastrozole

Description

Anastrozole is a medicine that is an aromatase inhibitor used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause.

 

 

Manufacturer: Sun Pharma		Average Delivery Time: 12 Days
Sold Under Brand Name:		Exp. Date: Approx. March 2009

	Quantity	Strength	Price / Pill	Price (USD)	Our Guarantees
	14 Tab(s)	1mg	$4.64	$65.00
	28 Tab(s)	1mg	$4.50	$126.00
	56 Tab(s)	1mg	$4.25	$238.00

Anastrozole (generic Arimidex) Review

Why is Arimidex prescribed?

Arimidex is a first-line treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It slows the growth of advanced cancer within the breast and cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Arimidex is also used to treat advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women whose disease has spread to other parts of the body following treatment with tamoxifen (Nolvadex), another anticancer drug. Arimidex can also be prescribed along with other drugs to treat the early stages of breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Arimidex combats the kind of breast cancer that thrives on estrogen. One of the hormones produced by the adrenal gland is converted to a form of estrogen by an enzyme called aromatase. Arimidex suppresses this enzyme and thereby reduces the level of estrogen circulating in the body.

Why should Arimidex not be prescribed?

Do not take Arimidex if you are pregnant or if you have an allergic reaction to the drug.

Most important fact about Arimidex

Arimidex, like many other anticancer medications, may prolong survival and improve quality of life. To keep this medication working properly, it's important to continue taking it even when you don't feel well. If you develop bothersome side effects, call your doctor. He or she can recommend ways to reduce your discomfort.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Arimidex.

• More common side effects may include:
  Abdominal pain, weakness, vomiting, vaginal discharge or inflammation, urinary tract infection, swelling of arms and legs, sweating, stomach and intestinal upset, sore throat, shortness of breath, rash, "pins and needles", pelvic pain and stiffness, pain, osteoporosis, nausea, loss of appetite, joint disease or pain, insomnia, infection, hot flashes, high blood pressure or cholesterol, heart disease, headache, fractures, flu-like symptoms, dry mouth, dizziness, diarrhea, depression, cough, constipation, chest pain, cataracts, breast pain, bone pain, back pain, arthritis, anxiety, accidental injury, weight gain

Special warnings about Arimidex

Because Arimidex may raise the level of cholesterol in your blood, your doctor may periodically do blood tests to check.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Arimidex

Certain drugs may decrease the effectiveness of Arimidex, including tamoxifen (Nolvadex) and estrogen-containing drugs. Be sure to tell your doctor about any medication you are taking.