Anabrez Tablet

Composition of Anabrez Tablet

Anabrez Tablet contains Anastrozole (1mg).

Uses of Anabrez Tablet

Breast cancer

Key benefits

• In Breast cancer Breast cancer is a common type of cancer that can grow in response to hormones like estrogen. Anabrez Tablet is used in hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
• especially in postmenopausal women
• to help slow or stop the growth of cancer cells by lowering estrogen levels in the body. This treatment supports cancer control
• helps reduce the risk of recurrence
• and improves long-term outcomes.

How Anabrez Tablet works

Anabrez 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.

How to take Anabrez 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. Anabrez Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Anabrez 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.

If you take too much

Taking more Anabrez than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Anabrez Tablet

Most side effects of Anabrez are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Anabrez Tablet

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Anabrez. Some combinations can change how Anabrez works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Anabrez Tablet

Store Anabrez below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Anabrez Tablet

Anabrez 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 Anabrez Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Chemical class:

Phenylpropanes