Anastrozole-1mg-20 tablets

Quantity- 20 tablets

Dose-1mg per tablet

Molecular Formula: C₁₇H₁₉N₅

Anastrozole Info Based off of Research

1. Breast Cancer Treatment: Anastrozole is highly effective in the treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, which is characterized by the presence of estrogen or progesterone receptors on cancer cells. By inhibiting the aromatase enzyme and reducing estrogen levels, anastrozole helps slow down or inhibit the growth of hormone-responsive breast cancer cells.
2. Reduction in Cancer Recurrence: Anastrozole significantly reduces the risk of breast cancer recurrence in postmenopausal women with early-stage hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. It is often used as adjuvant therapy after initial treatment with surgery or radiation to lower the risk of cancer returning.
3. Prevention of New Tumors: Anastrozole may help prevent the development of new breast tumors in the opposite breast (contralateral breast cancer) for women who have a history of breast cancer.
4. High-Risk Individuals: In some cases, anastrozole may be considered for women at high risk of developing breast cancer, such as those with a strong family history of the disease. It can reduce the risk of breast cancer development in these high-risk individuals.
5. Minimal Impact on Bone Health: Unlike some other aromatase inhibitors, anastrozole has a relatively low impact on bone density in postmenopausal women. This is important for maintaining bone health.
6. Alternative to Tamoxifen: Anastrozole is sometimes prescribed as an alternative to tamoxifen for postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, particularly in cases where tamoxifen may not be suitable or effective.