Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a patient information leaflet. The results of the atac trial in a patient population treated. About cancer generously supported by dangoor education since 2010. Mar 11, 2019 the patient information leaflet pil is the leaflet included in the pack with a medicine. For general information or questions, call 4126472811. Remove gloves and do not use them for anything else. Adverse reactions occurring with an incidence of at least 5% in either treatment group during treatment or within 14 days of the end of treatment are presented in table 1. Pregnancy and lactation please refer to full prescribing information. Breast cancer in postmenopausal women who have any of the following types of breast cancer.
The information on this website is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. If arimidex is used during pregnancy, or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, the patient should be apprised of the potential hazard to a fetus or potential risk for loss of the pregnancy see use in spec. Arimidex is contraindicated in any patient who has shown a. Medlineplus information on anastrozole a lay language summary of important information about this drug that may include the. Continue to take anastrozole even if you feel well. Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient.
It only works in women who are postmenopausal and producing estrogen outside the. You may be eligible for the copay savings program if you are commercially insured and not enrolled in a state or federally funded program. A search of the prescribing information for arimidex did not specifically list changes in blood sugar as a side effect. Anastrozole memorial sloan kettering cancer center. Find a doctor who believes in nutrition, not one that is only prescribing drugs, which does more harm than good. As arimidex lowers circulating oestrogen levels, it may cause a reduction in bone mineral density with a. Arimidex anastrozole anasstrohzole is a drug that is used to treat breast cancer. Required the patient must provide information and proof of income. It is used in women who have already received other treatment. About sex and chemotherapy cancer in general cancer. Apr 22, 2019 arimidex is used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
The patient should call for a prescreening or go to the website and apply on line. If you are eligible, the programs below can help you afford arimidex. The use of arimidex is not recommended in children, as efficacy has not been established see sections 5. See full prescribing information for anastrozole tablets. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the fda.
This information is not intended to be used as a substitute. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. Read the information that comes with arimidex before you start taking it and each time you get a refill. It can be given alone or with other types of treatment. Your doctor will talk to you about this treatment and its possible side effects before you agree consent to have treatment. Studies in both rats and rabbits at doses equal to or greater than 0. It is written for patients and gives information about taking or using a medicine. This leaflet does not take the place of talking with your doctor about your medical condition or. For the mario lemieux center for blood cancers, call 4128646600. For doctor or locationspecific contact information, search upmc hillman cancer center doctors and locations. It is possible that the leaflet in your medicine pack may differ from this version because it may have been updated since your medicine was packaged. Arimidex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Anastrozole is a hormonal therapy drug used to treat breast cancer and sometimes other cancers. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturers information for the patient. Anastrozole prescription assistance programs anastrozole. Anastrozole has been found to cross the placenta following oral administration of 0. The information contained in this website is meant to be helpful and educational, but is not a substitute for medical advice. This medication is classified as a nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor for more detail see how. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare. Do not give arimidex to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have.
This patient information was developed by via oncology, llc 2019. This leaflet answers some of the common questions people ask about arimidex. Patient drug information the content on the uptodate website is not intended nor recommended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Includes 1406 patient ratings with average score of 2. Arimidex is used to treat breast cancer in women who no. Find patient medical information for arimidex oral on webmd including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings and user ratings. As arimidex lowers circulating oestrogen levels, it may cause a reduction in bone mineral density with a possible consequent increased risk of fracture. Anastrozole is in the class of medications called aromatase inhibitors. Highlights of prescribing information these highlights do not. They may differ from the information contained in this leaflet. Arimidex 1mg filmcoated tablet patient information leaflet. To obtain prescription medications, prescription hope works directly with over 180 pharmaceutical manufacturers patient assistance programs to obtain arimidex at a set, affordable price. Pdr drug summaries are concise pointofcare prescribing, dosing and administering information to help phsyicans more efficiently and accurately prescribe in their practice pdr s drug summaries are available free of charge and serve as a great resource for us based mds, dos, nps and pas in patient practice. Patients will directly benefit from the most updated product information, which will improve.
This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. Highlights of prescribing information known hypersensitivity. Do not stop taking anastrozole without talking to your doctor. Anastrozole is also being studied in the treatment of other conditions and types of cancer. Anastrozole sometimes causes nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Arimidex anastrozole dose, indications, adverse effects. The common side effects that have been known to happen in more than 30% of patients taking anastrozole are listed in the left side of this table. Page 1 of 4 anastrozole arimidex this patient information was developed by via oncology, llc 2019. Arimidex patient information including how should i take. Arimidex anastrozole is an aromatase inhibitor approved for. Some people carry on with their sex lives as normal during chemotherapy. General information about the safe and effective use of arimidex. Administer the medicine immediately by mouth with water.
It does not contain all the information that is known about arimidex. If you have any questions about your condition, or if you would like more information about arimidex, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Do not take arimidex for a condition for which it was not prescribed. It is often given to women whose cancer has progressed even after taking tamoxifen nolvadex, soltamox.
Search our clinical trials database for all cancer trials and studies recruiting in the uk. Find information on anastrozole arimidex in daviss drug guide including dosage, side effects, interactions, nursing implications, mechanism of action, half life, administration, and more. Arimidex 1mg filmcoated tablet patient information. It is best to read this information with our general information about hormonal therapies and the type of cancer you have. Look up information on diseases, tests, and procedures. If you have any further questions, ask your doctor, or pharmacist or nurse. Always consult your healthcare provider if you have questions or concerns.
For appointments, contact your preferred doctor or location directly. The information on this web site should not take the place of talking with your doctor or health care professional. Anastrozole is the generic name for the trade name drug arimidex. You should not use this medication if you are allergic to anastrozole, if you are breastfeeding a baby, or if you have not yet completed menopause. This information is not intended to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. The related drug information index provides comprehensive access to all drug information related to a specific drug types of content include full prescribing information, drug summaries, full prescribing information continuing medication education full pi cme, medication guides, risk evaluation and mitigation strategies rems summaries, rems continuing medication education rems cme, and. Others find their treatment changes how they feel emotionally or physically. In your research you will find out that having this desease, especially is its not in your family history, has to do with what you eat. Many cancers are hormone sensitive estrogen or progesterone receptor. What should i discuss with my healthcare provider before taking anastrozole arimidex. Download leaflet view the patient leaflet in pdf format. For example, you may be worried about the cancer and how. Anastrozole anass trohzole is a drug that is used to treat breast cancer.
This leaflet is part iii of a threepart product monograph published when arimidex was approved for sale in. Nccn is dedicated to improving and facilitating quality, effective, efficient, and accessible cancer care so patients can live better lives. This sheet is available to download as an adobe pdf. This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Arimidex anastrozole side effects, dosage, interactions. Uptodate, electronic clinical resource tool for physicians and patients that provides information on adult primary care and internal medicine, allergy and immunology, cardiovascular medicine, emergency medicine, endocrinology and diabetes, family medicine, gastroenterology and hepatology, hematology, infectious diseases, nephrology and.
Always seek the advice of your own physician or other qualified health care professional regarding any medical questions or conditions. You may need to take anastrozole for several years or longer. Only you and your health care professional can decide if arimidex is right for you. Options to help manage any side effects that do occur. Arimidex anastrozole side effects, images, uses, dosage. Some patients may occasionally feel weak or sleepy. Highlights of prescribing information these highlights do not include all the information needed to use anastrozole tablets safely and effectively. Dec 06, 2017 keep arimidex and all medicines out of the reach of children. We are the only specialist ukwide charity that supports people affected by breast cancer. However, it is very important that you continue to use the medicine, even if you begin to.
It only works in women who are postmenopausal and producing estrogen outside the ovaries. Anastrozole arimidex is an oral medication that your doctor has prescribed for the treatment of your hormonereceptorpositive breast cancer. The use of the information on this website does not create a physician. Fda label information for this drug is available at dailymed. The applications are available in adobe pdf format and should be mailed directly to the provider of the patient assistance program.
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine. Based on information from a study in patients with early breast cancer, women with a history of blockages in. Information for the user arimidex 1 mg filmcoated tablets anastrozole read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you. In some cases, health care professionals may use the trade name arimidex when referring to the generic drug name anastrozole. The use of the information on this website does not create a physician patient relationship between cancer care ontario and you. Definition from the nci drug dictionary detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug. Arimidex is used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. See what others have said about arimidex, including the effectiveness, ease of use and side effects. The menopause should be defined biochemically luteinizinghormone lh, follicle stimulating hormone fsh, andor estradiol levels in any patient where there is doubt about menopausal status. Dec 06, 2017 arimidex patient information including how should i take what should i discuss with my healthcare provider before taking anastrozole arimidex.
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