Uses of the drug Arezole

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Arezol has the main ingredient Anastrozole, which belongs to the group of anti-cancer drugs and acts on the immune system. The drug is in the form of film-coated tablets, packed in a box of 2 blisters x 14 tablets. Follow the article below to know what Arezol is? Dosage and how to use?

1. Indications of the drug Arezole


Arezol is used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

2. Contraindications of the drug Arezole


Do not use the drug Arezol in the following cases:
Women are in the perimenopausal period; Pregnant women; Women who are breastfeeding; People with kidney failure, severe liver failure; People with a history of hypersensitivity to anastrozole or any of the ingredients and excipients of the drug Arezol. On treatment with estrogen and Tamoxifenq 1 . Children < 18 years old.

3. Dosage and how to use Arezol


How to use: Arezol drug is taken orally.
Dosage: For adults and the elderly: 1 tablet/time/day.
Note: The above Arezol dosage is for reference only. The specific dose of Arezol depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Arezol, patients should consult their doctor or healthcare professional.
How to handle when missed dose, overdosage of Arezol:
In case of forgetting dose of Arezol, it is advisable to supplement as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose of Arezol and use a new dose. When using Arezol overdose, the patient should stop the drug immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.

4. Arezole drug interactions


Arezol may have an interaction reaction if used concomitantly with estrogen drugs and Tamoxifen. To avoid interactions, before being prescribed Arezol, patients should inform their doctors about all the drugs they are using, including functional foods. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate Arezol.

5. Arezole side effects


At therapeutic doses, Arezol is well tolerated. However, during the use of Arezol, patients may still experience side effects such as:
Very common: Hot flashes, weakness, pain/stiffness, vaginal dryness, thinning hair, rash, nausea , diarrhea, headache, increased alkaline phosphatase, aspartate aminotransferase and alanine aminotranferase. Uncommon: Vaginal bleeding, anorexia, hypercholesterolemia, vomiting. Very rare: Erythema multiforme, allergic reactions including angioedema, vaginal bleeding, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, urticaria and anaphylaxis.

6. Pay attention when using the drug Arezol


Arezol should not be given to children because safety and efficacy have not been established. Use caution when administering Arezol to women with osteoporosis. Absolutely do not use when Arezol has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Above is all information about the drug Arezol, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Arezol to treat at home because there may be unwanted side effects.

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