Arimidex

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Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for Arimidex

Uses
This medication is used in the treatment of post-menopausal breast cancer in women.

Notes

Keep all doctor appointments and scheduled laboratory tests as your condition will be closely monitored.

Storage

Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and moisture as directed.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.

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How To Use

Take this by mouth exactly as directed usually once a day.
This is a potent medication.
Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.

Side Effects

Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, hot flashes, dizziness, dry mouth, back pain, vaginal dryness and cough may occur.
Changes in diet such as eating several small meals or limited activity may help lessen nausea and vomiting.
In some cases, therapy with another drug may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea.
Notify your doctor if you experience breathing trouble, rash, vaginal bleeding, shortness of breath, chest pain, pain or swelling in the legs, swelling of the feet or ankles, weight gain, tingling of the hands or feet or depression while taking this.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Before taking this, tell your doctor of any illnesses you have (especially liver diseases) or any allergies.
Use of this medication is not recommended during pregnancy.
Contraceptive (birth control) measures are recommended during therapy and for one month following.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
This medication is not recommended for use in children.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may take.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.