Aromasin 25mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Aromasin 25mg Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause. It works by adjusting the level of estrogen and helps in slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
Aromasin 25mg Tablet is also used in combination with medication in early cancer to prevent the risk of coming back. It should be taken with food, but take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of the medicine include insomnia (difficulty sleeping), headache, nausea, and joint pain If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are not gone through menopause and still having menstrual periods, or you have a problem with the liver or kidney. 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.
There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
Aromasin 25mg Tablet is also used in combination with medication in early cancer to prevent the risk of coming back. It should be taken with food, but take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of the medicine include insomnia (difficulty sleeping), headache, nausea, and joint pain If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are not gone through menopause and still having menstrual periods, or you have a problem with the liver or kidney. 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.
There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
Uses of Aromasin Tablet
Side effects of Aromasin Tablet
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 Aromasin
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Rash
- Nausea
- Increased sweating
- Fracture
- Vomiting
- Increased appetite
- Weakness
- Abdominal pain
- Osteoporosis
- Diarrhea
- Peripheral edema
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
- Low blood platelets
- Decreased appetite
- Depression
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
- Hot flushes
- Constipation
- Urticaria
- Hair loss
- Itching
How to use Aromasin Tablet
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. Aromasin 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Aromasin Tablet works
Aromasin 25mg Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by lowering the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This can lower or stop the growth of some breast cancer cells that need estrogen to grow.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aromasin 25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Aromasin 25mg Tablet 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
Aromasin 25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Aromasin 25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Aromasin 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Aromasin 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Aromasin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Aromasin 25mg Tablet, 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.
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Quick tips
- Aromasin 25mg Tablet is used for the treatment of hormone dependent breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
- Take it at the same time everyday, preferably after food.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Your doctor may regularly check your Vitamin D level and bone mineral density and suggest supplements, if needed.
- Do not take Aromasin 25mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Aromasin 25mg Tablet is used for the treatment of hormone dependent breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
- Take it at the same time everyday, preferably after food.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Your doctor may regularly check your Vitamin D level and bone mineral density and suggest supplements, if needed.
- Do not take Aromasin 25mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androgens Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Aromatase inhibitor
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What is Aromasin 25mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Aromasin 25mg Tablet contains a medicine Exemestane, which is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause.
Q. How and in what dose should I use Aromasin 25mg Tablet?
Take it as per the advice of your doctor. The number of doses you take each day, and the duration depends on your medical problem. Take your tablet at about the same time every day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body. You can take it with or without food. Treatment with Aromasin 25mg Tablet may be long term and you may require to take it for several years.
Q. What if I forget to take Aromasin 25mg Tablet?
If you forget to take a dose of Aromasin 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time to your next dose, skip it and follow your usual dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for the forgotten one.
Q. What are the common side effects of using Aromasin 25mg Tablet?
Most common side effects of using Aromasin 25mg Tablet are hot flashes, feeling tired, joint pain , headache, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, depression, feeling anxious, upset stomach and difficulty in breathing. If any of these side effects bother you, consult your doctor.
Q. Can I stop taking Aromasin 25mg Tablet?
Do not stop taking Aromasin 25mg Tablet without talking to your doctor, even if you start to feel well.
Q. What is Aromasin 25mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Aromasin 25mg Tablet is a non-steroidal medicine, which is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause.
Q. How and in what dose should I use Aromasin 25mg Tablet?
Take it as per the advice of your doctor. The number of doses you take each day, and the duration depends on your medical problem. Take your tablet at about the same time every day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body. You can take it with or without food. Treatment with Aromasin 25mg Tablet may be long term and you may require to take it for several years.
Q. What if I forget to take Aromasin 25mg Tablet?
If you forget to take a dose of Aromasin 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time to your next dose, skip it and follow your usual dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for the forgotten one.
Q. Can I stop taking Aromasin 25mg Tablet?
Do not stop taking Aromasin 25mg Tablet without talking to your doctor, even if you start to feel well.
Q. What are the common side effects of using Aromasin 25mg Tablet?
Most common side effects of using Aromasin 25mg Tablet are hot flashes, feeling tired, joint pain , headache, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, depression, feeling anxious, upset stomach and difficulty in breathing. If any of these side effects bother you, consult your doctor.
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Expires on or after: July, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Aromasin 25mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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