Arimidex tablets are an important medication used to treat certain types of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. These tablets contain the active ingredient anastrozole 1 mg. This medication provides targeted hormone therapy that helps improve outcomes for patients.
What are the ingredients in Arimidex?
Arimidex tablets contain the following active ingredient:
Anastrozole 1 mg.
In addition to this active ingredient, the tablets contain inactive ingredients.
Arimidex Uses
Arimidex tablets are used to treat:
Early-stage invasive hormone receptor-positive breast cancer: as adjuvant therapy (after surgery) in postmenopausal women.
Advanced or metastatic hormone receptor-positive breast cancer: in postmenopausal women, as first-line therapy or after failure of tamoxifen therapy.
The treatment aims to stop the growth of estrogen-dependent cancer cells and reduce the risk of cancer recurrence.
What are the dosages of Arimidex?
Arimidex tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor. The dosage and duration of treatment are determined precisely by your oncologist.
The usual dosage for adults (postmenopausal women): One tablet (1 mg) once daily.
The medication can be taken with or without food.
The tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.
This medication is a long-term treatment, usually lasting for years (usually 5 years or more) as recommended by your doctor.
It is very important to adhere to the prescribed dosage and duration of treatment, and not to stop taking the medication suddenly without consulting your doctor.
What are the side effects of Arimidex?
Arimidex tablets may cause some side effects, which are usually related to low estrogen levels in the body:
Side effects:
Hot flashes.
Joint pain or stiffness.
Headache.
Nausea.
Mild skin rash.
Fatigue or weakness.
Notify your doctor immediately if you experience any severe, persistent, or unusual side effects, especially chest pain, shortness of breath, leg pain or swelling, or any signs of an allergic reaction.