Question 1

What is Anastrozole used for?

Accepted Answer

Breast cancer in women who have passed menopause (women who have stopped seeing their monthly period)

Question 2

How do you take Anastrozole?

Accepted Answer

Take one 1 mg tablet once a day, at the same time each day. You can take it with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with water. This is a long-term medicine — your doctor will tell you how long to continue, which is usually for several years.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Anastrozole?

Accepted Answer

Hot flushes (sudden feeling of heat in your body), joint pain or stiffness, feeling tired or weak, nausea, headache

Question 4

Who should not take Anastrozole?

Accepted Answer

Women who have not yet reached menopause, pregnant or breastfeeding women, anyone allergic to anastrozole or any of its ingredients, children, and men (unless specifically prescribed by a specialist for rare conditions).

Question 5

Is Anastrozole safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Anastrozole is NOT safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — it can seriously harm an unborn baby, and you must not take it if there is any chance you could be pregnant.

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