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About Altraz Tablet
SALT COMPOSITION:
Altraz Tablet is used alone or with other treatments, such as surgery or radiation, to treat early breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It can also be used as the first line treatment of advanced breast cancer that has spread within the breast or to other areas of the body.
Altraz Tablet belong to a class of drug called aromatase inhibitors, which decreases the amount of estrogen in the body. It should be taken with or without 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 hot flushes, nausea, rashes, joint pain, osteoporosis, and weakness. 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.
USES OF ALTRAZ TABLET
BENEFITS OF ALTRAZ TABLET
Altraz Tablet relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipple or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ALTRAZ 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 Altraz
- Hot flashes
- Nausea
- Osteoporosis
- Skin rash
- Weakness
HOW TO USE ALTRAZ 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. Altraz Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW ALTRAZ TABLET WORKS
Altraz 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
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Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Altraz Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
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Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Altraz Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
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Breastfeeding
UNSAFE
Altraz Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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Driving
UNSAFE
Altraz Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney
CAUTION
Altraz Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Altraz Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Altraz Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
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Liver
CAUTION
Altraz Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Altraz Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Altraz Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
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CHILDREN CAUTION
UNSAFE
Altraz Tablet is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years.
Altraz Tablet Habit Forming : NO
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WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ALTRAZ TABLET
- If you miss a dose of Altraz 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.
- Altraz Tablet is used for the treatment of hormone dependent breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
- Take it at the same time everyday.
- It may cause weakness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Nausea may occur on starting treatment with this medicine but should go away with time. If nausea is bothersome, take it after meal.
- Your doctor may regularly check your Vitamin D level and bone mineral density and suggest supplements, if needed.
- Do not take Altraz Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
FAQs ABOUT ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET
Q: Does ALTRAZ 1MG affect bone health?
A: Yes, ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET acts by lowering the estrogen levels in the body which is an important hormone to maintain bone health. Due to this the mineral content of the bones decreases and they may become less strong and prone to fracture. Your doctor might ask you to take up several tests to better assess and treat your condition.
Q: Can I stop taking ALTRAZ 1MG on my own?
A: No, do not stop taking ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET without the advice of your doctor. However, not taking the medicine for the recommended time may increase the risk of your breast cancer to recur.
Q: Is ALTRAZ 1MG a form of chemotherapy?
A: No, ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET acts by decreasing the estrogen levels in the body which is a hormone. This in turn decreases the growth of cancer cells in breasts. ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET is a hormone therapy.
Q: Who should avoid taking ALTRAZ 1MG?
A: ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET is not recommended if you still have menstrual periods, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, allergic to ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET.
Q: What if I forget to take a dose of ALTRAZ 1MG?
A: If you forget to take a dose of ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET just take your next dose as normal. Do not take two doses of ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET at the same time to make up for a forgotten dose.
Q: Can alcohol be consumed with ALTRAZ 1MG?
A: It is best to avoid or limit alcohol intake when ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET is taken, since alcohol can raise your risk of experiencing side effects from ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET such as hot flashes or joint pain.
Q: Should calcium be taken with ALTRAZ 1MG?
A: It is advisable to take calcium and vitamin D supplements while ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET is taken since the medicine may cause bone loss as a side effect which can be monitored by bone mineral density (BMD) test if done every 1 to 2 years.
Q: Is ALTRAZ 1MG safe to use in children?
A: ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age due to lack of safety and effectiveness. Generally, breast cancer occurs in older women. However, consult your doctor for advice before taking ALTRAZ 1MG TABLET.
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- KD. Tripathi. Estrogens, Progestins and Contraceptives. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 315.
- Monica Milani, Gautam Jha, David A. Potter. Anastrozole Use in Early Stage Breast Cancer of Post-Menopausal Women. NIH National Library of Medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Pubmed.gov. March 2009. [Accessed on 19th April 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2753667/
- William R Miller. Aromatase inhibitors: mechanism of action and role in the treatment of breast cancer. NIH National Library of Medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Pubmed.gov. August 2003. [Accessed on 19th April 2022] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14513432/
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