Arimidex online

ARIMIDEX
Item name:

Arimidex (anastrozole) (AstraZeneca)

Generic name:

anastrozole

Brand names:

Arimidex

Item info:

Anastrozole blocks the use of estrogen by certain types of breast cancer that require estrogen to grow. Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer.

Drug class:

Antineoplastic

Interactions:

There are no known interactions between anastrozole and other medications. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines during treatment with anastrozole.

Side effects:

Stop taking anastrozole and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives) to anastrozole.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur.

Continue to take anastrozole and talk to your doctor if you experience:

• diarrhea;
• nausea or vomiting;
• constipation;
• weakness;
• muscle or bone pain;
• headache;
• hot flashes;
• shortness of breath or coughing;
• dizziness;
• swelling or water retention;
• loss of appetite;
• vaginal dryness;
• weight gain; or
• rash.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Prescription needed / OTC:

RX Only

Dosage:

Take anastrozole exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Anastrozole is usually taken once a day. Follow your doctor's instructions. Anastrozole can be taken with or without food.

Contraindications:

Before taking Arimidex, tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or if you take other medications. You may not be able to take anastrozole, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.

Anastrozole is in the FDA pregnancy category D. This means that anastrozole is known to harm an unborn baby. Do not take anastrozole if you are pregnant. It is not known whether anastrozole passes into breast milk. Do not take anastrozole if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Storage:

Store Arimidex at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Breast cancer Medications

• Arimidex
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