Arimidex 1 mg Tablets

Anastrozole Tablets (Arimidex Tablets)

About Arimidex:

Arimidex is used to treat certain form of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Estrogen is a hormone responsible for accelerating the spread of cancerous cells. Arimidex (anastrozole) inhibits the production of estrogen levels in postmenopausal women, which in turn either slows down or eliminate altogether the growth and spread of cancerous cells.

Name	Arimidex 1 mg Tablets
Salt	Anastrozole Tablets
Manufactured By	AstraZeneca
Packaging	28 Tablets
Use	Breast Cancer

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Arimidex 1 Mg Tablets are medications used for treating breast cancer in combination with other medications. Manufactured by AstraZeneca, it contains Anastrozole as its active component.

Uses

Arimidex 1 Mg Tablets are used to treat advanced breast cancer in women. It is specifically used to treat postmenopausal women who are affected by localized estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer.

How do the Arimidex 1 Mg Tablets work?

The Anastrozole contained in Arimidex 1 Mg Tablets, is an aromatase inhibitor that binds selectively to the aromatase enzyme and blocks the conversion of androgens to estrogen. This lowers the level of estrogen in the body.

Estrogen is a necessary hormone for breast cancer cells to grow, lowering the estrogen levels can reduce the growth and spread of breast cancer.

Side Effects

Side effects of Arimidex 1 Mg Tablets include,

Reduced appetite
Nausea, vomiting
Diarrhea
Headache
Sleepiness
General weakness
Skin rashes
Hair thinning
Joint stiffness, inflammations
Bone and joint pain
Vagina dryness
Hot flushes
Vaginal bleeding

Most side effects usually resolve on their own without any treatment. However, if you experience serious issues such as skin ulcers, blisters, or Angioedema, get help immediately.

Risks to consider

Breastfeeding and pregnant women are normally recommended to not take Arimidex 1 Mg Tablets. Consult with your doctor if you plan on getting pregnant or are currently pregnant.

Since the tablet may cause sleepiness or weakness, it is advised to not drive or operate heavy machinery.

If you have a history of heart, liver, or kidney disease, let your doctor know beforehand as this medication may worsen some issues.

Some people may display allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to Anastrozole, talk to your doctor if you have a history of allergy. Hypersensitivity reactions may include anaphylaxis, angioedema, or Hives.