Anastra 1mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is anastra 1mg tablet used for?
Anastra 1mg Tablet contains Anastrozole, an aromatase inhibitor used primarily to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It works by reducing estrogen production in the body, thereby slowing or stopping the growth of hormone-sensitive tumors. It is also used for early and advanced breast cancer.
- Generic Name: Anastrozole
- Manufacturer: Wockhardt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ anastra 1mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Adjuvant treatment of hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer in postmenopausal women; first-line treatment of advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
Off-label uses: Male breast cancer, gynecomastia, ovulation induction (in combination with other agents).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Anastrozole |
| Brand Name | Arimidex |
| Manufacturer | Wockhardt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | Aromatase inhibitor |
| Route of Administration | Oral. |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor; inhibits conversion of androgens to estrogens.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take anastra 1mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of anastra 1mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Hot flashes
- Arthralgia
- Joint stiffness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Headache
- Insomnia
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Cardiovascular events (e.g., myocardial infarction)
- Severe skin reactions
- Hepatotoxicity
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Thromboembolism
- Endometrial cancer (unlikely due to estrogen suppression)
- Allergic reactions
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Tamoxifen | Moderate | Reduced anastrozole efficacy |
| Estrogen-containing therapies | Major | Counteracts anastrozole effect |
| Warfarin | Minor | Possible increased INR |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Tamoxifen
- Estrogen-containing therapies
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin)
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- None known
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Pregnancy, lactation, hypersensitivity to anastrozole, premenopausal women (unless ovarian suppression).
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Estradiol levels, bone mineral density, lipid profile, liver function tests.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in milk in animal studies.
๐ Overdose Management
No specific antidote; supportive care; induce emesis if recent ingestion.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.