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Written By ,
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Composition :

ANASTROZOLE-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Natco Pharma Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

CHEMOTHERAPY

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Natco House, Road No.2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad-500 034, India
Other Info - ANA0251

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Anastronat 1 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects. Alcohol intake, along with Anastronat 1 Tablet , may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Anastronat 1 Tablet should not be used during pregnancy because it causes harm to the fetus (newborn baby). Please discuss with your doctor any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Anastronat 1 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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Driving

Unsafe

Anastronat 1 Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

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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Kidney

Caution

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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Children

Unsafe

Anastronat 1 Tablet should not be used by children, as efficacy and safety have not been established.

Product Substitutes

Reference

  1. https://www.ciplamed.com/content/armotraz-tablets#:~:text=Anastrozole%20is%20a%20potent%20and,enzyme%20complex%20in%20peripheral%20tissues.
  2. https://www.drugs.com/food-interactions/anastrozole.html
  3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-1555/anastrozole-oral/details

About Anastronat 1 Tablet

Anastronat 1 Tablet belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors 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.

Anastronat 1 Tablet works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in producing the estrogen hormone. The cancer cells require estrogen for their growth. Hence, blocking the aromatase enzyme, Anastronat 1 Tablet prevents the growth of cancer cells. Together, Anastronat 1 Tablet helps prevent or stop the growth of spreading tumours (cancer cells) to other body parts.

Take Anastronat 1 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Anastronat 1 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 Anastronat 1 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Anastronat 1 Tablet midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Anastronat 1 Tablet if you have allergies, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), bone fractures, high levels of cholesterol, or severe liver or kidney disease. Avoid taking Anastronat 1 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Anastronat 1 Tablet causes weakness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Anastronat 1 Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Anastronat 1 Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Anastronat 1 Tablet to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Anastronat 1 Tablet

Breast cancer

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Medicinal Benefits

Anastronat 1 Tablet belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors. Anastronat 1 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. Anastronat 1 Tablet works by blocking the aromatase enzyme involved in the production of estrogens. Cancer cells require estrogen to grow, so blocking the enzyme Anastronat 1 Tablet prevents cancer cells' growth. Thereby, Anastronat 1 Tablet helps slow down or stop the growth and/or spreading of the tumours to other body parts.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Anastronat 1 Tablet

  • Headache
  • Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain
  • Hot flashes
  • Nausea
  • Skin rashes
  • Osteoporosis
  • Weakness 

Drug Warnings

Do not take Anastronat 1 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 Anastronat 1 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop the Anastronat 1 Tablet midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Anastronat 1 Tablet if you have allergies, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), bone fractures, high levels of cholesterol, or severe liver or kidney disease. Avoid taking Anastronat 1 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Anastronat 1 Tablet causes weakness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Anastronat 1 Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Anastronat 1 Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Anastronat 1 Tablet to rule out any side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AnastrozoleBazedoxifene
Critical
AnastrozoleEthinylestradiol
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AnastrozoleBazedoxifene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
when Anastronat 1 Tablet is used with Bazedoxifene it may reduce Anastronat 1 Tablet's effects and make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Bazedoxifene with Anastronat 1 Tablet is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
AnastrozoleEthinylestradiol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Ethinylestradiol may interfere with Anastronat 1 Tablet's function and make it less effective in treating the condition.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Anastronat 1 Tablet and Ethinylestradiol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozoleDiethylstilbestrol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Diethylstilbestrol may interfere with Anastronat 1 Tablet's function and make it less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Anastronat 1 Tablet and Diethylstilbestrol together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AnastrozoleChlorotrianisene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Coadministration of Anastronat 1 Tablet with Chlorotrianisene may interfere with the action of Anastronat 1 Tablet making it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Anastronat 1 Tablet with Chlorotrianisene can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AnastrozoleDienestrol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Coadministration of Anastronat 1 Tablet with Dienestrol may interfere with the action of Anastronat 1 Tablet, making it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Anastronat 1 Tablet with Dienestrol can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozoleEstradiol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Estradiol may interfere with Anastronat 1 Tablet's function and make it less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Anastronat 1 Tablet with Estradiol can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AnastrozoleConjugated Estrogens
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Coadministration of Conjugated estrogens with Anastronat 1 Tablet may reduce the effectiveness of Anastronat 1 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Conjugated estrogen and Anastronat 1 Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozoleEstrone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Estrone may interfere with Anastronat 1 Tablet's function and make it less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Anastronat 1 Tablet and Estrone, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozolePalifermin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Coadministration of Anastronat 1 Tablet with palifermin may increase the toxicity of Anastronat 1 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Anastronat 1 Tablet and Palifermin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience oral mucositis(inflammation and ulceration that occurs in the mouth), you should reach out to a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozoleThalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Using thalidomide together with Anastronat 1 Tablet can increase the risk of dangerous blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalidomide with Anastronat 1 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, chest pain, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, and/or pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop taking any medication without doctors advise.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ANASTROZOLE-1MGComplications and ill-defined descriptions of heart disease
Moderate
ANASTROZOLE-1MGDisorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias
Moderate

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ANASTROZOLE-1MGComplications and ill-defined descriptions of heart disease
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
An increased incidence of ischemic cardiovascular events was seen with the use of Anastronat 1 Tablet in investigations of women with preexisting ischemic heart disease. When giving these patients Anastronat 1 Tablet, caution should be taken.

How to manage the interaction:
Anastronat 1 Tablet may increase the risk of ischemic cardiovascular events (reduced blood flow to the heart) in women with preexisting ischemic heart disease (decreased blood flow and oxygen to the heart). Hence, this medicine should be used with caution in such patients.
ANASTROZOLE-1MGDisorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
Compared to patients receiving tamoxifen, more patients getting Anastronat 1 Tablet were observed to have higher serum cholesterol. When this medication is given to certain people, caution should be exercised.

How to manage the interaction:
Anastronat 1 Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause elevated serum cholesterol.
ANASTROZOLE-1MGOther diseases of liver
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
The liver significantly metabolises Anastronat 1 Tablet. Anastronat 1 Tablet dosage modifications are not required in patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment, according to research on the pharmacokinetic disposition of the drug in people with hepatic cirrhosis. It is advised to perform clinical surveillance for Anastronat 1 Tablet-related toxicity. Patients with significant hepatic impairment should receive Anastronat 1 Tablet therapy with caution.

How to manage the interaction:
Anastronat 1 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver impairment. Clinical monitoring for toxicity associated with Anastronat 1 Tablet therapy is recommended.
ANASTROZOLE-1MGOsteoporosis without pathological fracture
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Anastronat 1 Tablet:
The lumbar spine and total hip bone mineral density (BMD) of individuals receiving Anastronat 1 Tablet decreased on average from baseline at 12 and 24 months, according to findings from the clinical trial's bone substudy. Patients at risk for fractures, such as the elderly and those with osteoporosis, should be prescribed this medication with caution. When Anastronat 1 Tablet is being used to treat a patient, consider bone mineral density monitoring.

How to manage the interaction:
Anastronat 1 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) and elderly as they are at risk of fractures. Bone mineral density monitoring is recommended in patients treated with Anastronat 1 Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • THALIDOMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Your doctor may advise you to regularly measure body density before, during, and after the treatment as the Anastronat 1 Tablet may cause bone thinning due to the reduction of estrogen in the body.
  • Anastronat 1 Tablet should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Anastronat 1 Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Consume leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, herbs, and spices.
  • Avoid fried, processed meats, refined carbs, and added sugar.
  • Get optimal sleep, and rest well.

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