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Indications

Arimidex is a cancer medication used to slow the growth of breast tumors to help treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Anastrozole is a third-generation aromatase inhibitor which helps treat and prevent breast cancer by inhibiting a chemical responsible for the conversion of androgen substrates into oestrogen. For postmenopausal women, this conversion is the only source of estrogen and allows for a decrease in hormone-sensitive carcinomas in breast tissue. This means Arimidex helps slow and prevent breast tumor growth.

This breast cancer medication has proven to be an effective treatment for postmenopausal women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer. Arimidex is also well-tolerated and offers less adverse effects than other forms of treatment.

Uses and Dosage

The dose of Arimidex prescribed will vary depending on the individual being treated. Follow all your doctor’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully.

• Swallow tablets whole
• Take with or without food
• Postmenopausal women should take 1mg daily
• Patients with breast cancer should take Arimidex until tumor improvement
• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Side Effects

Arimidex may cause some side effects to develop while it inhibits your body’s production of estrogen. Consult your doctor for more information regarding any symptoms you may encounter when taking anastrozole.

Common Arimidex side effects:

• Numbness, tingling, or tickling feeling in your skin
• Hot flashes
• Weakness
• Joint pain or stiffness
• Bone pain, risk of fracture
• Swelling in arms, legs, or feet
• Sore throat, cough, shortness of breath
• Headache, back pain
• Depression, insomnia
• High blood pressure
• Nausea, vomiting
• Rash

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious side effects may occur when taking anastrozole. Stop using this medication and contact your doctor if you notice any of the following symptoms:

• Shortness of breath
• Swelling, rapid weight gain
• Numbness, prickly feeling, pain, or weakness in hands or wrists
• Bone fracture (bruising, swelling, tenderness, pain that worsens with movement)
• Liver problems (right-sided upper stomach pain, jaundice, feeling unwell)
• Stroke (sudden numbness or weakness, sudden severe headache, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance).

Anastrozole may cause a decrease in the blood flow to your heart, especially if you have had clogged arteries in the past. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop new or worsening chest pain or if you feel short of breath.

Allergic Reactions

Do not take Arimidex if you are allergic to anastrozole. If you notice signs of an allergic reaction, stop using this medication and contact your doctor right away.

Arimidex allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling in face or throat
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Burning eyes
• Skin pain, red or purple rash
• Blistering or peeling skin

Cautions

Arimidex is not an approved treatment for men or children. You should not use this medication if you have not yet completed menopause.

Do not take Arimidex if you also use tamoxifen.

Arimidex may cause a decrease in the blood flow to your heart, especially if you have ever had clogged arteries before. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop new or worsening chest pain as well as if you feel short of breath.

Do not take Arimidex if you are pregnant because it could harm your unborn baby. You should not breastfeed while using this medication or for at least 2 weeks after your last dose.

This medication may increase your risk of a stroke or blood clot. Contact your doctor immediately if you develop sudden numbness or weakness, a severe headache, slurred speech, or problems with your vision or balance.

The efficacy of Arimidex may be impaired if you take it alongside another estrogen medication, such as hormone replacement therapy, estrogen creams, or hormonal birth control.

To ensure the safety of taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have ever had any of the following:

• Heart problems
• Coronary artery disease (clogged arteries)
• High cholesterol
• Osteoporosis or low bone mineral density

Hormonal cancer treatment such as Arimidex may cause your bones to weaken. This increases your risk for bone fracture.

Avoid driving or performing tasks that require alertness until you know how Arimidex will affect your because it could impair your reactions.

Some other drugs may interact with anastrozole and cause adverse effects. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including over the counter medicine, vitamins, and herbal products.

Form and Strength

This breast cancer medication is available in tablet form.

Arimidex tablet strength:

• 1mg

The Arimidex 1mg tablets are available in quantities of 28 or 84.

FAQ

What happens after you stop taking Arimidex?

The benefits and protective effects of anastrozole should continue after you stop long-term treatment. Adverse effects related to Arimidex, such as nausea, hot flashes, and pain, should go away within a few weeks of taking your last dose.

Does Arimidex cause weight gain?

A possible side effect of Arimidex is weight gain and fluctuations in weight more generally. This may be thanks to its inhibition of an enzyme that helps pull fat into cells. Research, however, has shown minimal difference in weight gain between those taking this medication and a placebo.

Resources:

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3. https://www.drugs.com/arimidex.html