What is Arimidex used to treat?
Arimidex (chemical name: anastrozole) is an aromatase inhibitor approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat: postmenopausal women diagnosed with hormone-receptor-positive, early-stage breast cancer after surgery (or possibly chemotherapy and radiation) to reduce the risk of the cancer coming back.
How do I get Arimidex?
Instead, the first step to getting Arimidex medication is to consult a medical provider. People who need an Arimidex prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe Arimidex tablets, including Arimidex 1 mg medication or other regimens, when appropriate to do so.
Does Arimidex affect hair growth?
You may have some hair loss or thinning while taking anastrozole. However, your hair should return to the way it was before treatment when you stop taking anastrozole. A small number of women notice an increase in downy facial hair.
Why do I have to take anastrozole for 10 years?
The extension of the treatment period of adjuvant treatment with anastrozole to 10 years showed significantly higher rates of disease-free survival (DFS) and distant disease-free survival (DDFS) among certain patients with breast cancer; however, no gain in overall survival (OS) was seen in the randomized, multicenter.
Can turmeric be taken with Arimidex?
No interactions were found between Arimidex and turmeric. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Do you need a prescription for Arimidex?
ARIMIDEX® 1 mg is a prescription hormonal treatment that helps fight breast cancer by lowering the amount of estrogen in the body.
Can you take vitamins with anastrozole?
Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between anastrozole and Vitamin C. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Can you drink alcohol while taking anastrozole?
Alcohol can raise your risk of developing breast cancer. It’s best to avoid or limit alcohol intake when using breast cancer medications like anastrozole. Alcohol can raise your risk of experiencing side effects from anastrozole, such as hot flashes or joint pain.