Aromasin 25mg Tablet

Aromasin 25mg Tablet

Exemestane

Uses of Aromasin 25mg Tablet

  • Breast cancer

Introduction to Aromasin 25mg Tablet

Aromasin 25mg tablet is an anticancer drug with the active ingredient Exemestane. It belongs to the medication class known as aromatase inhibitors. In postmenopausal women, it is used to treat hormone-dependent early breast cancer after completing 2-3 years of treatment with Tamoxifen. In addition, it also treats hormone-dependent advanced breast cancer.  Cancer is a disorder in which cells multiply in an uncontrolled and abnormal manner. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Exemestane or any of the other ingredients of this medicine and if you have not been through the menopause stage, also if you think you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Aromasin 25mg tablet is not recommended for adolescents and children under the age of 18. Inform your doctor before starting the treatment, if you have problems with your liver or kidney or if you have a history of the bone condition as this medicine can make you lose mineral content and decrease its strength. Inform your doctor if you take any other medicine while under this treatment. Regular checking will be conducted to monitor the vitamin D level, if your level is below normal you will be given vitamin D.  You need to tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking recently before taking this medicine. Use effective birth control during the treatment with this medicine.

Therapeutic Effects of Aromasin 25mg Tablet

Aromasin 25mg inhibits the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the conversion of androgens (male hormones) to estrogen (female hormones). By inhibiting aromatase, Aromasin 25mg reduces the levels of estrogen in the body. This can stop or reduce the growth of different hormone-sensitive breast cancer cells, which depends on estrogen.


Interaction of Aromasin 25mg Tablet with other drugs

Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact such as Rifampicin, Carbamazepine, or phenytoin, and St. John Wort interacts with Aromasin 25mg and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.


More Information about Aromasin 25mg Tablet

  • Keep the tablets away from light and moisture.
  • Keep the tablets out of the reach of children and animals.
  • This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.

How to consume Aromasin 25mg Tablet

Swallow the tablet whole with water. The usual recommended dose is one tablet daily. Avoid chewing, breaking, or crushing it. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.


Safety Advices for Aromasin 25mg Tablet

 

Pregnancy

Do not take this Aromasin 25mg if you are pregnant because it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor before starting the treatment.

 

Breast Feeding

It is unsafe to breastfeed while taking Aromasin 25mg because it can cause toxicity to the baby. Please consult your physician for more advice.

 

Lungs

It is unknown if patients with lung conditions can consume Aromasin 25mg. So, before beginning the treatment, consult your doctor if you have any lung conditions.

 

Liver

Inform your physician about any underlying liver disorders before taking Aromasin 25mg, as this medication should be used with caution in liver disease patients.

 

Alcohol

It is unknown if drinking alcohol while taking an Aromasin 25mg tablet is safe. Please speak with your physician.

 

Driving

Aromasin 25mg may affect the ability to drive in some patients. Hence, it is advised to avoid driving if you feel tired or weak while taking this injection.


Side Effects of Aromasin 25mg Tablet

Side effects are unwanted symptoms produced by medication. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

  • Lowered white blood cell (leukopenia)
  • Reduction of platelets in the blood
  • Allergic reaction
  • Difficulty in breathing

Common

  • Numbness and hand pain (Carpal tunnel syndrome)
  • Depression
  • High levels of liver enzymes
  • Diarrhea, Nausea
  • Depression
  • Joint and back pain
  • Fatigue
  • Abdomen pain
  • Swelling in hands and feets
  • Muscle pain
  • Tingling, pain, coldness, weakness in parts of the hand.

Brand

Pfizer LTD

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