Uses / indications

• You can use Arimidex 1 mg Tablet for:
• Breast cancer that is hormone-positive in women who have already gone through menopause
• Early breast cancer (post-surgery or radiation)
• Advanced or metastatic breast cancer
• Stopping breast cancer from coming back
• Not recommended for premenopausal women unless specifically instructed.

 How It Works

• Anastrozole, an aromatase inhibitor, is in Arimidex. It works by:
• Stopping the enzyme aromatase
• Lowering the amount of estrogen made by the body
• Stopping or slowing the development of cancer cells that need estrogen

 How to Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions exactly
• Usually taken once a day, with or without food.
• Take the tablet whole with water.
• Take it at the same time every day.
• Keep getting treatment for as long as you were told to.

Pregnancy Interaction

• Not safe to use when pregnant
• Could seriously hurt the baby that is not yet born
• During therapy, you need to use effective birth control.
• Tell your doctor right away if you get pregnant.

Side Effects

• Some common side effects are:
• Flushing hot
• Pain in the joints or muscles
• Feeling weak or tired
• A headache
• Feeling sick
• Serious side effects (get medical help):
• Thinning bones or breaks
• Very bad allergic reactions
• Problems with liver function
• Higher levels of cholesterol

Medicine Interaction

• Arimidex 1 mg Tablet may have interactions with:
• Drugs that have estrogen in them
• Tamoxifen
• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
• Some cancer drugs
• Always tell your doctor about all the drugs you are taking.

Expert Advice

• It is a good idea to check your bone density on a regular basis.
• It may be a good idea to take calcium and vitamin D supplements.
• Tell someone if you have bone pain or a broken bone.
• Do not take Arimidex with hormone replacement therapy.
• Check in with your oncologist on a regular basis.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What is the purpose of Arimidex 1 mg?
It is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause and whose hormones are still active.

Q2. Is it safe for women who haven't had their periods yet to use Arimidex?
Not usually, unless a doctor is closely watching.

Q3. Does Arimidex make your hair fall out?
Hair thinning is possible, although significant hair loss is not usual.

Q4. How long does treatment with Arimidex last?
Usually for a few years, however it depends on the ailment and how well it works.

Q5. Does Arimidex have an effect on bones?
Yes, it can lower bone density, so you should keep an eye on it regularly.