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Aritoz Tablet

Salt Composition: ANASTROZOLE

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Aritoz Tablet

Categories: Oncology

Conditions: Anti Cancer

Product Introduction

Aritoz 1mg tablet is an anticancer medication containing Anastrozole. It is classified as an aromatase inhibitor and is indicated for the treatment of hormone-dependent breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Aromatase inhibitors work by reducing estrogen levels, preventing an enzyme present in adipose tissue from converting other hormones to estrogen. This medication helps to delay recurrence of early-stage breast cancer. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fever, itching, inflammation of the joints (arthritis), bone loss (osteoporosis), vaginal bleeding, hypersensitivity reactions, and pain in the joints, stomach, and kidneys. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Anastrozole or any of its ingredients prior to commencing treatment. Advise your doctor if you are still menstruating and have not yet reached menopause, if you have osteoporosis, or if you have any liver or kidney complications. If you have lactose intolerance, speak with your doctor before taking this medication. Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses

Hormone-dependent breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

How it works

Aritoz 1mg tablet reduces the amount of estrogen which is produced by the body. It does this by inhibiting aromatase, the enzyme that is naturally present in your body. This can stop or reduce the growth of different breast cancer cells, which depends on estrogen.

How to Use

Swallow the tablet whole with water. Avoid chewing, breaking, or crushing it. Take this tablet every day at the same time as prescribed by your doctor. You can take Aritoz 1mg tablet with, without, or after food at any time.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms produced by medication. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Hypersensitive skin rash. Swelling of small blood vessels. Difficulty breathing and swallowing. Severe skin rash with blisters or ulcers, which is called Stevens-Johnson syndrome Common Loss of appetite Vaginal bleeding and dryness Bone loss (Osteoporosis) Inflammation of the joints (arthritis) Diarrhea, Nausea Depression Muscle pain Allergic hypersensitivity Bone pain Tingling, pain, coldness, weakness in parts of the hand. Hair thinning

Expert Tips

It is advised to inform your doctor if you have a history of osteoporosis and liver or kidney diseases. Aritoz 1mg tablet reduces levels of the estrogen hormone. You can have weaker bones that are more likely to break. To maintain bone health in women who have gone through menopause, you should control these risks.

References

  1. Mylan, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on March 2021], [Accessed on Feb 16th, 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2749.pdf
  2. Junmei Cairns; Anastrozole regulates fatty acid synthase in breast cancer; Published on Oct 2021; [Accessed on 16th Feb 2023]; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8742770/
  3. ARIMIDEX, U.S Food & Drug Administration FDA, [Revised on Oct 2010] [ Accessed on Feb 16th, 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/020541s026lbl.pdf

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: unsafe It is unsafe to consume Aritoz tablet if you are pregnant because it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor before starting the treatment.

Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown if patients with lung conditions can consume Aritoz 1mg tablet. So, before beginning the treatment, consult your doctor if you have any lung conditions.

Breastfeeding: unsafe It is unsafe to breastfeed while taking Aritoz 1mg tablet because it can cause toxicity to the baby. Please consult your physician for more advice.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS