Xcel 25mg Tablet
Rx RequiredSalt Composition: Exemestane
Expiry Date: 01/2028
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10 Tablet in 1 strip
About The Product
Breast Cancer, premenopausal ovarian suppression
Xcel 25mg Tablet belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat patients diagnosed with breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in the early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Xcel Tablet is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Description
Xcel 25mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause. The active ingredient of the Xcel is Exemestane which belongs to the drug class of aromatase inhibitor.
It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Xcel Tablet works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor.
In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor.
This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine.
Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine.
So do not stop taking this tablet until your doctor says to do so.
Side Effects
- The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Xcel 25mg Tablet.
- Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine.
- These side effects don't need special medical attention.
- It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
- Some of the common side effects of Xcel Tablet are mentioned below: Rash Fatigue Fracture Diarrhea Hair loss Headache Depression Hot flushes Muscle pain Constipation Breathlessness Abdominal pain Joint & back pain Difficulty sleeping Increased appetite Nausea & vomiting Swelling in hand and feet Severe side effects Low bone density Severe allergic reactions Low level of platelets in the blood Increased level of liver enzyme Decreased level of white blood cells
How To Use
- Xcel 25mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally.
- It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.
How It Works
Xcel 25mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of aromatase inhibitors. This drug inhibits the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the conversion of estrogen (female hormone) from androgens (male hormone).
By inhibiting the enzyme, it lowers the level of estrogen hormone. This is how It stops the growth of cancer cells and prevents them from spreading.
Safety Advice
Missed Doses
- It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Xcel 25mg Tablet.
- In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
- Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one.
- Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Quick Tips
- It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Xcel Tablet.
- Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Xcel 25mg Tablet.
- Swelling of hands & lips and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Xcel.
- To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
- Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Xcel 25mg Tablet.
- It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
- It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Xcel, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
- Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking a Xcel Tablet.
- Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
FAQs
Doctors prescribe Xcel 25mg Tablet to postmenopausal women for treatment of breast cancer.
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