Altraz 1 Mg

Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole)

What Is The Generic Name For Altraz 1 Mg:

Anastrozole is the generic version for Altraz 1 mg

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Altraz 1 mg (Anastrozole):

• Arimidex

About Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole):

Altraz 1 mg contains an active ingredient, Anastrozole, which is used in the treatment of Breast Cancer. You may take it from all the leading pharmacy, drugstores and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Alkem Laboratories (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Altraz 1 mg.

Strength:

Altraz 1 mg contains an active ingredient, Anastrozole, 1 mg which is purchasable in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole):

• Altraz 1 mg is used in the treatment of:
• Breast Cancer (at any age)

How Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole) Works:

Altraz 1 mg contains an aromatase inhibitor, Anastrozole which lowers the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body which further lower or stop the growth of some breast cancer cells that need estrogen to grow.

Before You Use Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Anastrozole
• You do not take alcohol
• Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole):

• You should avoid taking alcohol
• You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole):

You should avoid Altraz 1 mg if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it
• Have Liver/Kidney Impairment
• Are Breastfeeding
• You should always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have Allergy to it
• Have Bleeding Problems
• Have Kidney Problems
• Have Diabetes
• Have Bone Pain or Fracture
• Have Swelling in the Feet, Ankle or Legs
• Have had a Surgery or have been operated recently
• Take Alcohol
• Have any Liver Disease
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding
• Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

Dosage:

Altraz 1 mg contains an active ingredient, Anastrozole, which is used in the treatment of Breast Cancer. Altraz 1 mg is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should always consult your doctor for the duration of dosage as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

It is not recommended for Pediatric Population and should be given on doctor’s prescription only.  

How Much Of The Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Altraz 1 mg. Do not exceed the dose on your own as it may result in adverse effects.

How To Take The Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole):

Altraz 1 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not chew or crush it. It is better to take it empty stomach (1 hr prior or 2 hrs after the meal)

For How Long Should You Continue Using Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole)

You are always advised to take Altraz 1 mg as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it for a longer time than recommended.

Overdose:

Contact your physician immediately if you are suspecting an Overdose.

Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Altraz 1 mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Altraz 1 Mg (Anastrozole)

• Blurred vision
• Chest pain
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Shortness of breath
• Vaginal bleeding
• Hair loss
• Change in mood
• Hot flushes
• Osteoporosis
• Muscoskeletal pain
• Cough
• Loss of appetite
• Weight gain
• Joint pain
• Sore Throat
• Nausea
• Weakness
• Skin Rashes
• Stomach pain

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Altraz 1 mg which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always consult your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Estradiol
• Thalidomide
• Tamoxifen

It may interact with the few diseased conditions:

• Liver Disease
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Hyperlipidemia

Warning And Precaution:

Altraz 1 mg should be used very cautiously or avoided in:

• Impaired Liver/Renal Function 
• Cardiovascular Diseases
• Hypersensitivity
• Postmenopausal Women
• Osteoporosis
• This medicine is not recommended for Pregnant and Breastfeeding women
• Consult your doctor to get best available treatment and dosage adjustment.

Things To Remember:

• Keep out of reach of children
• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

Indications:

Do not stop Altraz 1 mg suddenly or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician

Storage:

Store it at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be undamaged.