Marketed By
Astra Zeneca
Pack of
1 injection
Salt Composition
Fulvestrant
Storage
Keep in cold place
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Faslodex 250mg Injection
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Overview
Faslodex 250mg injection is an anticancer medication. It is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer in post-menopausal women. Fulvestrant is an estrogen receptor antagonist and exhibits zero agonist properties. It blocks the effect of estrogen on cancerous breast cells and as a result, interferes in the growth and spreading of the tumor.
Indication
Breast Cancer
Description
Faslodex 250mg injection is used in the treatment of metastatic breast cancer which is hormone receptor-positive in post-menopausal women. It does not exhibit agonist properties but has anti-estrogen properties. Fulvestrant is an estrogen receptor antagonist and it works by binding to the estrogen receptors of cancerous cells.
Side Effects
Most side effects of Faslodex 250mg Injectiondo not require medical attention as they may disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. In case these side effects become worse, consult your doctor immediately.
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Headache
Upset stomach
Fatigue
Loss in appetite
Excessive sweating
Sleeping problems
Bones, joint, back pain
Hair loss
How To Use
Faslodex 250mg injection is given as an intramuscular injection in both bollocks. It should not be self-administered.
If you experience any signs of overdose, call your doctor or emergency helpline immediately.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafe
It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking medicine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take Faslodex 250mg injection without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Without a doctor's consultation, do not take this medicine if you're breastfeeding.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of the medicine.
Kidney
caution
Do not take Faslodex 250mg injection without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
caution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking this medicine.
Missed Doses
In case of a missed dosage, it is advised to consult your doctor or healthcare provider and book the next schedule immediately.
FAQs
Faslodex 250 mg injection is used in the treatment of advanced metastatic breast cancer (hormone receptor-positive) in post-menopausal women.
Faslodex injection is a prescription-based medicine. In Addition, the course of the medicine will be decided by your doctor depending on the condition and stage of cancer.
Faslodex injection should not be self-administered and should be strictly administered by doctors only.
It is not advised to drive after injecting Faslodex as it may cause dizziness as a side effect.
Scientifically there have been no interactions found between alcohol and Fulvestrant (Faslodex 250 mg injection). However, it is still recommended to avoid alcohol during the treatment.
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MARKETER DETAILS
Astra Zeneca
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