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Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Exemestane
- Manufactured by : Pfizer
- Drug Strength : 25 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 15s
- Product SKU : pg_1596_2091
Aromasin tablet contains Exemestane | belongs to Aromatase inhibitor
How it works
Since Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s decreases the amount of estrogen in the body, it slows down or stops the growth of certain specific cancer cells which need estrogen to grow.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s
- Hypersensitivity severe
- Shortness of breath severe
- Chest pain severe
- Hot flushes
- Increased sweating
- Mental depression severe
- Bone and joint pain
- Trouble sleeping
- Swelling of ankles or feet severe
- Difficult or painful urination severe
Uses of Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Breast cancer
This medicine is used in the treatment of early stage breast cancer in postmenopausal women and in women who have been treated with tamoxifen for 2 to 3 years without much clinical response.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s or any other components present along with it.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
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Reduction in bone mineral density (BMD)
This medicine may decrease bone mineral density (BMD). The bone mineral density should be assessed prior to initiating the treatment. Routine monitoring of BMD, appropriate corrective measures, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Vitamin D deficiency
Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s may cause vitamin D deficiency. The level of 25-hydroxy vitamin D should be assessed prior to initiating the treatment. Routine monitoring of vitamin D levels, appropriate corrective measures, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Co-administration with estrogen containing products
This medicine is not recommended for use along with estrogen containing products since these products may alter the effects of the medicine and vice versa.
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Use in premenopausal women
This medicine is not indicated for use in premenopausal women.
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Sports
Use of this medicine during sports events is prohibited by World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Carbamazepine moderate
- Phenytoin moderate
- Bosentan moderate
- Thalidomide sever
- Armodafinil moderate
General Instructions
Use Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s only for the conditions specified by the doctor. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed or share this medicine with others. Report to the doctor all your medical conditions and current medicines including herbs and supplements before starting treatment with this medicine. Report any undesired effects or lack of improvement to the doctor on priority. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- To be taken after food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Exemestane [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/exemestane-776-api [cited 20 september 2019]. 15 Sep 2017
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - EXEMESTANE [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3573e3c9-ca05-413f-909f-93607a2ccb79 [cited 20 september 2019]. June 18, 2018
- medlineplus.gov - Exemestane [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a607006.html [cited 20 september 2019]. 11 September 2019
- drugbank.ca - Exemestane [Internet]. Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00990 [cited 20 september 2019]. September 19, 2019
what are the adverse effects of Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s?
Hot flushes, nausea, arthralgia, fatigue, somnolence, carpal tunnel syndrome, sweating, dizziness, headache, depression, alopecia, leg and peripheral oedema, constipation, dyspepsia. Increased alkaline phosphate and bilirubin. Rarely blood dyscrasias.
What happens if I miss a dose of Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s?
Adults: 1 tab daily after a meal. In early breast cancer, continue treatment until completion of 5 yr combined sequential adjuvant therapy with tamoxifen, or earlier if tumour relapses. In advanced breast cancer continue treatment until tumour progression is evident. Children: Not recommended.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Aromasin tablet 25 mg 15’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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