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Agolet 5 Tablet SR

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Product introduction

Agolet 5 Tablet SR helps treat breast cancer in post-menopausal women. It may be used alone or with other treatments, such as surgery or radiation. It can also be used in patients with advanced breast cancer to stop the tumor from spreading to other parts of the body.

Agolet 5 Tablet SR can be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit. The dose and frequency depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed.


The most common side effects of this medicine include hot flashes, fatigue, increased sweating, and increased level of cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia). If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. Your doctor may suggest ways to prevent or reduce these.


Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had liver or kidney disease, or have a history of osteoporosis (thinning or wasting of bones). Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor may perform some blood tests to check for vitamin D level or bone density before and during treatment.


Uses of Agolet Tablet SR


Side effects of Agolet Tablet SR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Agolet

  • Night sweats
  • Bone pain
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Fatigue
  • Weight gain
  • Hot flushes
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Diaphoresis
  • Bone fracture
  • Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
  • Joint pain
  • Back pain
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Osteoporosis
  • Joint inflammation

How to use Agolet Tablet SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Agolet 5 Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Agolet Tablet SR works

Agolet 5 Tablet SR is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This decrease in estrogen can slow down or stop the growth of some breast cancers that need estrogen to grow.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Agolet 5 Tablet SR does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Agolet 5 Tablet SR is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Agolet 5 Tablet SR is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Agolet 5 Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Agolet 5 Tablet SR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Agolet 5 Tablet SR is recommended.
However, there is limited information on the use of this medicine in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult with your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Agolet 5 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Agolet 5 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Agolet Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Agolet 5 Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Agolet 5 Tablet SR for the treatment of breast cancer.
  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Agolet 5 Tablet SR affects you.
  • It may cause increased sweating and hot flushes. Try to keep cool by wearing light and airy clothes.
  • Your doctor may monitor your cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) regularly as Agolet 5 Tablet SR can alter their levels.
  • Do not take Agolet 5 Tablet SR if you are pregnant or breastfeeding 

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Diphenylmethane Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Aromatase Inhibitors

Interaction with drugs

Taking Agolet with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Allylestrenol may reduce the efficacy of Letrozole. Do not consume Letrozole with Allylestrenol if you have or had breast cancer. If essential, consult your doctor.
Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) may reduce the efficacy of Letrozole. Do not consume Letrozole with Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) if you have or had breast cancer. If es... More
Desogestrel may reduce the efficacy of Letrozole. Do not consume Letrozole with Desogestrel if you have or had breast cancer. If essential, consult your doctor.
Tamoxifen may reduce blood levels of Letrozole. Do not consume Tamoxifen with Letrozole. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.

Patient concerns

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If any symtom of brest cancer if have whats the cure
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
First is confirmation of breast cancerChance of cure depends on stage of cancer
BREAST CANCER , PET REPORT SAYS INFECTION IN SKELETON.
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
Metastatic breast cancer, send me previous treatment details
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FAQs

Why have I been prescribed Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

Agolet 5 Tablet SR is an aromatase inhibitor. It is generally prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who no longer have periods, either due to menopause or after surgery or chemotherapy.

How does Agolet 5 Tablet SR work?

Agolet 5 Tablet SR is also known as an anti-estrogen drug. It is called so because it acts by reducing the production of estrogen in your body by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the production of estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of certain types of breast cancer in your body. These cancers are called "estrogen-dependent cancers". Reducing the production of estrogen may prevent cancer from growing.

For how long should I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

If the breast tumor is in the advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Agolet 5 Tablet SR till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Agolet 5 Tablet SR is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until the tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Agolet 5 Tablet SR followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.

If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

Yes, you can take irbesartan and Agolet 5 Tablet SR together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Agolet 5 Tablet SR may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.

Does Agolet 5 Tablet SR affect vision?

Although it is very uncommon, Agolet 5 Tablet SR may cause a cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.

My friend who is taking Agolet 5 Tablet SR often sweats a lot. Is it because of Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Agolet 5 Tablet SR. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Agolet 5 Tablet SR. However, in some people, the flushes and sweats may continue during the treatment and stop a few months after the treatment finishes. You can consult your doctor who will provide you a remedy if it is very bothersome.

What are the serious side effects of Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Agolet 5 Tablet SR include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and severe skin reactions.

Does Agolet 5 Tablet SR cause bone loss?

Agolet 5 Tablet SR may cause thinning or wasting of your bones (osteoporosis), which is due to the decrease in estrogen levels in your body. Your doctor may decide to measure your bone density (a way of monitoring for osteoporosis) before, during and after treatment.

Can I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?

As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Agolet 5 Tablet SR is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

Why have I been prescribed Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

Agolet 5 Tablet SR is an aromatase inhibitor. It is generally prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who no longer have periods, either due to menopause or after surgery or chemotherapy.

How does Agolet 5 Tablet SR work?

Agolet 5 Tablet SR is also known as an anti-estrogen drug. It is called so because it acts by reducing the production of estrogen in your body by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for production of estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of certain types of breast cancer in your body. These cancers are called "estrogen-dependent cancers". Reducing the production of estrogen may prevent the cancer from growing.

For how long should I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

If the breast tumor is in advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Agolet 5 Tablet SR till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Agolet 5 Tablet SR is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Agolet 5 Tablet SR followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.

If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

Yes, you can take irbesartan and Agolet 5 Tablet SR together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Agolet 5 Tablet SR may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.

Does Agolet 5 Tablet SR affect vision?

Although it is very uncommon but Agolet 5 Tablet SR may cause cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.

My friend who is taking Agolet 5 Tablet SR often sweats a lot. Is it because of Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Agolet 5 Tablet SR. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Agolet 5 Tablet SR. However, in some people the flushes and sweats may continue during the treatment and stop a few months after the treatment finishes. You can consult your doctor who will provide you a remedy if it is very bothersome.

What are the serious side effects of Agolet 5 Tablet SR?

The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Agolet 5 Tablet SR include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis and severe skin reactions.

Does Agolet 5 Tablet SR cause bone loss?

Agolet 5 Tablet SR may cause thinning or wasting of your bones (osteoporosis), which is due to the decrease in estrogen levels in your body. Your doctor may decide to measure your bone density (a way of monitoring for osteoporosis) before, during and after treatment.

Can I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?

As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Agolet 5 Tablet SR is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

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