Aromasin

Exemestane tablets for breast cancer. It lowers oestrogen levels in postmenopausal women by permanently blocking the aromatase enzyme.

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Aromasin is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

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Aromasin details

Condition: Breast Cancer
Alternative names: exemestane
Therapeutic class: Steroidal Aromatase Inhibitor
Pharmacological class: Aromatase Inhibitor
Contraindications: pregnancy; premenopausal status; hypersensitivity to exemestane
Minor side effects: hot flushes; fatigue; joint pain
Moderate side effects: increased sweating; insomnia; nausea
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Pfizer
Onset Time: 2–4 weeks
Duration: 24 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Rifampin; St. John's Wort; Oestrogen-containing medications
Age restrictions: Approved for postmenopausal females.

Serious side effects

anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; severe osteoporosis, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Exemestane tablets for breast cancer. It lowers oestrogen levels in postmenopausal women by permanently blocking the aromatase enzyme.

Mechanism of action

Irreversibly binds to and inactivates the aromatase enzyme, causing sub-detectable oestrogen levels in postmenopausal women.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Strictly contraindicated due to fetal toxicity. Breastfeeding: Do not use.

Aromasin names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

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