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Femitraz Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of menses periods). It contains Anastrozole, which prevents the growth of cancer cells and helps prevent or stop the growth of tumours (cancer cells) in other body parts. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as headache, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain, hot flashes, nausea, skin rashes, osteoporosis, and weakness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Femitraz Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of menses periods). Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by the female sex hormone known as estrogen.
Femitraz Tablet works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in producing the estrogen hormone. The cancer cells require estrogen for their growth. Hence, by blocking the aromatase enzyme, Femitraz Tablet prevents the growth of cancer cells. Together, Femitraz Tablet helps prevent or stop the growth of tumours (cancer cells) in other body parts.
Take Femitraz Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Femitraz Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as headache, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain, hot flashes, nausea, skin rashes, osteoporosis, and weakness. Do not hesitate to talk with your doctor if you persistently experience any of these side effects.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Femitraz Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Femitraz Tablet midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Femitraz Tablet if you have allergies, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), bone fractures, high levels of cholesterol, or severe liver or kidney disease. Avoid taking Femitraz Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Femitraz Tablet causes weakness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Femitraz Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Femitraz Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Femitraz Tablet to rule out any side effects.
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Femitraz Tablet belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors. Femitraz Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of periods). Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by a female sex hormone called estrogen. Femitraz Tablet works by blocking the aromatase enzyme involved in the production of estrogens. Cancer cells require estrogen to grow, so blocking the enzyme Femitraz Tablet prevents cancer cells' growth. Thereby, Femitraz Tablet helps slow down or stop the growth and/or spreading of the tumours to other body parts.
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Do not take Femitraz Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents or have not yet gone through menopause (still getting your periods). To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Femitraz Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop the Femitraz Tablet midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Femitraz Tablet if you have allergies, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), bone fractures, high levels of cholesterol, or severe liver or kidney disease. Avoid taking Femitraz Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Femitraz Tablet causes weakness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Femitraz Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Femitraz Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Femitraz Tablet to rule out any side effects.
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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Femitraz Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects. Alcohol intake, along with Femitraz Tablet , may cause increased drowsiness.
Pregnancy
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Femitraz Tablet should not be used during pregnancy because it causes harm to the fetus (newborn baby). Please discuss any concerns regarding this with your doctor.
Breast Feeding
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Femitraz Tablet should not be taken during breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk and may harm the nursing baby. It is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers.
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Femitraz Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.
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Please inform the doctor if you have a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.
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Please inform the doctor if you have a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.
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Femitraz Tablet should not be used by children, as efficacy and safety have not been established.
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Femitraz Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of menses periods).
Femitraz Tablet works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in producing the estrogen hormone. The cancer cells require estrogen for their growth. Hence, by blocking the aromatase enzyme, Femitraz Tablet prevents the growth of cancer cells. Together, Femitraz Tablet helps prevent or stop the growth of tumours (cancer cells) in other body parts.
Do not stop taking Femitraz Tablet on your own. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Femitraz Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not hesitate to speak with your doctor if you experience difficulty while taking Femitraz Tablet .
Femitraz Tablet may cause osteoporosis (bone thinning) due to the reduction of estrogen in the body. Regular bone density tests may help you monitor osteoporosis. Contact your doctor if you observe any sign of tendon pain or swelling while taking Femitraz Tablet .
Femitraz Tablet may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. However, it is not very common. If you gain weight, eat a low-calorie diet (low-calorie) and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
Yes, Femitraz Tablet commonly affects the hair by making it thin, which further causes loss of hair. However, it is not very common. Hair reduction possibly happens due to the estrogen-lowering effect of Femitraz Tablet . These effects are not long-lasting and may return after some time. If it matters to you, then inform your doctor of another alternative medicine to avoid harm to hair.
The side effects of Femitraz Tablet include headache, nausea, hot flashes, skin rashes, weakness, and musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Femitraz Tablet is used by bodybuilders who use anabolic steroids for bodybuilding to reduce the estrogen production which is a side effect of anabolic steroids. Increased estrogen levels in bodybuilders may result in shrinking of the testicles or penis, high pitched female voice, and breast enlargement. In order to avoid such characteristics, bodybuilders use Femitraz Tablet .
Femitraz Tablet can be taken anytime of the day. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Do not break, crush, or chew it.
While on Femitraz Tablet , your doctor will recommend blood tests to check blood cell counts and investigate kidney and liver functions. In addition, if you are at risk for osteoporosis, which may also occur due to Femitraz Tablet , your doctor may advise a bone scan.
You should contact your doctor if you experience any severe adverse reaction. In case of prolonged or severe vomiting or nausea, extreme pain and extreme weakness, inform your doctor. Additionally, if you have taken more than the recommended dose of Femitraz Tablet , consult your dotor.
The most important information that you need to know while using Femitraz Tablet is that it can cause heart disease. Women with early-stage breast cancer and blockage of arteries in the heart may have an increase in symptoms of decreased blood flow to their heart. If you experience shortness of breath or have a new or worsening chest pain, seek medical help.
Femitraz Tablet should not be used with tamoxifen as it may reduce its effectiveness. Medicines containing estrogen such as estrogen creams, birth control pills, vaginal rings, and vaginal suppositories may affect the working of Femitraz Tablet .
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