Arimidex 1 mg – 28 Tablets

Description

Arimidex contains anastrozole 1 mg, a prescription aromatase inhibitor used in the treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It works by reducing estrogen production in the body, helping slow or stop the growth of estrogen-dependent breast cancer cells.

Arimidex is commonly used as adjuvant therapy after surgery, as first-line treatment for advanced breast cancer, or in selected patients after tamoxifen therapy.

Key Benefits

• Contains Anastrozole 1 mg
• Aromatase inhibitor therapy
• Helps reduce estrogen levels in postmenopausal women
• Supports treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
• Once-daily dosing
• Pack contains 28 tablets
• Prescription-only medication

How to Use

• Take exactly as prescribed by your physician
• Typical dosage: 1 tablet once daily
• May be taken with or without food
• Take at the same time each day
• Do not discontinue treatment without medical advice.

Indications

• Adjuvant treatment of hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer
• Advanced or metastatic hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
• Treatment following tamoxifen therapy in selected patients
• Reduction of breast cancer recurrence risk in postmenopausal women.

Warnings

• Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Intended for postmenopausal women only
• May decrease bone mineral density
• Use cautiously in patients with osteoporosis
• Bone health monitoring may be required
• Avoid concurrent estrogen-containing therapies
• Consult your physician regarding drug interactions.

Possible Side Effects

• Hot flashes
• Joint pain
• Bone pain
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Hypertension
• Osteoporosis and fracture risk with long-term use
• Mood changes or depression.

Product Details

• Form: Film-coated tablets
• Strength: 1 mg
• Pack Size: 28 tablets
• Active Ingredient: Anastrozole
• Category: Hormonal breast cancer treatment
• Prescription Status: Prescription only