ANABREZ TABLET

SKU: AH_ONC_2784 Category:

Generic : Anastrozole (1mg)

Treatment : Breast Cancer

Pack size  : 5 (Tablet)

Manufacturer : Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Made In : INDIA

UNIT PRICE

$5.07

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Anabrez Tablet is used alone or with other treatments, such as surgery or radiation, to treat early breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It can also be used as the first line treatment of advanced breast cancer that has spread within the breast or to other areas of the body.

Anabrez Tablet belong to a class of drug called aromatase inhibitors, which decreases the amount of estrogen in the body. It should be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor’s advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are not gone through menopause and still having menstrual periods, or you have a problem with the liver or kidney. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor may perform some blood tests to check for vitamin D level or bone density.

 

BENEFITS OF ANABREZ TABLET

In Breast cancer

Anabrez Tablet relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipple or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.

 

HOW TO USE ANABREZ TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Anabrez Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

 

HOW ANABREZ TABLET WORKS

Anabrez Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by lowering the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This can lower or stop the growth of some breast cancer cells that need estrogen to grow.

 

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Anabrez Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
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Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Anabrez Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
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Breast feeding

UNSAFE
Anabrez Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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Driving

UNSAFE
Anabrez Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney

CAUTION
Anabrez Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Anabrez Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Anabrez Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
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Liver

CAUTION
Anabrez Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Anabrez Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Anabrez Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

 

INTERACTION WITH DRUGS

THALIDOMIDE

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ANABREZ TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Anabrez Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

SIDE EFFECTS

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Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Anabrez

  • Hot flashes
  • Nausea
  • Osteoporosis
  • Skin rash
  • Weakness

FAQ's

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Q. Does Anabrez Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Anabrez Tablet may cause weight gain, but it is not very common. There could be other reasons as well which can lead to weight gain such as menopause. However, if you gain weight while taking Anabrez Tablet, take low-calorie diet and exercise regularly. Consult your doctor or a nutritionist to help you lose weight.

Q. Does Anabrez Tablet cause hair loss?

Yes, Anabrez Tablet commonly affects the hair by making them thin which further leads to hair loss. However, it does not occur in everyone. Hair thinning probably occurs due to estrogen lowering effect of Anabrez Tablet. These effects are not permanent and may revert after some time. If it concerns you then talk to your doctor for another alternative medicine to avoid damage to hair.

Q. Why do bodybuilders use Anabrez Tablet?

Bodybuilders who take anabolic steroids for bodybuilding take Anabrez Tablet to reduce the production of estrogen which is a side effect of anabolic steroids. An increase in estrogen levels in bodybuilders may result in high pitched female voice, shrinking of the testicles or penis, and breast enlargement. In order to avoid such characteristics bodybuilders take Anabrez Tablet.

Q. Can Anabrez Tablet be taken at night?

Anabrez Tablet can be taken anytime of the day. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. You can take it with or without food. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablet.

Q. While on Anabrez Tablet how should patients be monitored?

While you are taking Anabrez Tablet your doctor will get blood tests done to check blood cell counts and investigate liver and kidney functions. Along with that, the doctor may advise a bone scan if you are at risk for osteoporosis, which may also occur due to Anabrez Tablet treatment.

Q. In what situations should I contact my doctor, while taking Anabrez Tablet?

You should contact your doctor if you experience any serious adverse reaction. It is important to inform the doctor in case of prolonged or severe nausea or vomiting, extreme weakness, and extreme pain. Along with that, consult your dotor if you have taken more than the recommended dose of Anabrez Tablet.

Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Anabrez Tablet?

The most important information that you need to be aware of while using Anabrez Tablet is that it can cause heart disease. Women who have early breast cancer and have blockage of arteries in the heart may have an increase in symptoms of decreased blood flow to their heart. Seek help if you experience shortness of breath or have a new or worsening chest pain.

Q. Which medicines should not be used with Anabrez Tablet?

Anabrez Tablet should not be used with tamoxifen as it may lower the effectiveness of Anabrez Tablet. The working of Anabrez Tablet gets affected by medicines which contain estrogen such as birth control pills, estrogen creams, vaginal rings, and vaginal suppositories.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Pack size  – 5

pack form  – tablet

MORE INFORMATION

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 Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.

Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

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