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About Avantaz Tablet

ANASTROZOLE 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.

ANASTROZOLE 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, ANASTROZOLE prevents the growth of cancer cells. Together, ANASTROZOLE helps prevent or stop the growth of spreading the tumors (cancer cells) to other body parts.

Uses of Avantaz Tablet

Breast cancer

Medicinal Benefits of Avantaz Tablet

ANASTROZOLE belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors. ANASTROZOLE 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. ANASTROZOLE works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in the production of estrogens. The cancer cells require estrogen for their growth, so blocking the enzyme ANASTROZOLE prevents cancer cell's growth. Thereby, ANASTROZOLE helps slow down or stop the growth and/or spreading the tumors to other body parts.

Directions for Use

Take ANASTROZOLE with or without food. Do not chew or break the tablet; swallow it with a glass of water. Take ANASTROZOLE at the same time every day. ANASTROZOLE should not be taken unless prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will advise for how long you need to take ANASTROZOLE based on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Avantaz Tablet

Like all medicines, ANASTROZOLE can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Headache, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain, hot flashes, nausea, skin rashes, osteoporosis, and weakness are the common side-effects of ANASTROZOLE. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take ANASTROZOLE if you are allergic to any of its contents, not yet gone through menopause (still get your periods). To treat your condition effectually continue taking ANASTROZOLE for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop ANASTROZOLE midway. Talk to your doctor before taking ANASTROZOLE if you have allergies, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), bone fractures, high level of cholesterol, severe liver, or kidney disease. Avoid taking ANASTROZOLE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. ANASTROZOLE causes weakness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. ANASTROZOLE should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with ANASTROZOLE as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking ANASTROZOLE to rule out any side-effects.