Exemestane
Exemestane, sold as Aromasin, is a hormonal therapy used to treat breast cancer. The single product on this shelf is Aromasin 25 mg tablets, the brand-name version of exemestane.
Key points
- Exemestane works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which lowers oestrogen levels in the fatty tissues where many breast cancers grow.
- The drug may harm a developing baby, so you must not become pregnant during treatment or for some time after it ends.
- Exemestane can affect liver function, and regular blood tests are part of monitoring during treatment.
How does Exemestane work?
Many breast cancers depend on oestrogen to grow. Exemestane blocks an enzyme called aromatase, which the body uses to make oestrogen in fatty tissues. With less oestrogen available, these cancers have less fuel to grow. This is why exemestane sits in Oncology Support as a hormonal therapy for Breast Cancer.