XTANE 25MG TABLET

Side Effects of Xtane 25mg tablet

• Swelling of arms and feet
• Shortness of breath
• Decrease in WBCs
• Extreme fatigue
• Low mental health
• High cholesterol level
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Wheezing
• Rashes
• Nausea
• vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Hair loss
• Joint and muscle pain
• Trouble in sleeping
• Increase in appetite
• Weakened immune system
• Thinning of bone (osteoporosis)
• Vaginal bleeding
• Higher risk for blood clots

DOSAGE

This medicine is prescribed by the doctor hence, it is advisable to follow the prescription. Xtane 25mg tablet is taken orally once daily after the meal.

Missed dose

It is advisable to avoid missing any doses. In case you miss a dose of Xtane consult your doctor immediately.

Overdose

In case of an overdose on Xtane tablets, immediately contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention.

WARNINGS

• Xtane can cause an allergic reaction in some patients thus it is necessary to read the complete information about the tablets before use.

• Inform the doctor about all the vitamin supplements, herbal medications, and prescription and non-prescription drugs since Xtane can react with them. 

• Consult the doctor if you are planning a pregnancy as Xtane can harm the fetus. Therefore it is advisable to avoid breastfeeding and pregnancy during and till one month after the last dose.
• It is advisable to avoid alcohol consumption and driving during the treatment with Xtane tablets.
• Inform the doctor about past medical conditions if you have – osteoporosis, or kidney or liver impairments.

Q - What is Xtane 25mg Tablet?

Ans – Xtane 25mg tablet is an anticancer capsule that is primarily used in the treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Q - How can I take Xtane 25mg Tablet?

Ans - Xtane 25mg tablets are taken orally once every day after a meal.

Q – From where can I purchase the Xtane 25mg tablet?

Ans – Purchase Xtane 25mg tablets from Magicine Pharma.

Q - Where to store Xtane 25mg Tablet?

Ans - It is advisable to store the Xtane tablets at a place below 30°C.

Q - Can I drink alcohol with Xtane 25mg Tablet?

Ans - Avoid drinking alcohol during the treatment with Xtane 25mg even though no interactions of both are known.

Q - How long is the treatment with Xtane 25mg tablet?

Ans - The doctor decides for how long the treatment with Xtane 25mg will continue depending on the stage, and health of the patient.

Q - Can I drive after taking Xtane 25mg Tablet?

Ans - It is advisable to avoid driving and operating heavy machinery as Xtane 25mg causes dizziness as one of the side effects.

Q - Is it safe to take Xtane 25mg during pregnancy?

Ans – Xtane can cause harm to the fetus thus it is advisable to avoid it during pregnancy.

Q - What is the strength of Xtane Tablet?

Ans – Xtane is available in the form of 25mg tablets.

REVIEW

Interactions

With medicines

Xtane 25mg can interact with some other prescription and non-prescription medicines and affect their working thus informing the doctor if taking –

• Estradiol
• Thalidomide
• Quinestrol
• Chlorotrianisene

With disease

Xtane can interact with some diseases like –

• Osteoporosis
• Renal impairment
• Liver disorders

With alcohol

Interactions of alcohol with Xtane are unknown however, it is still advisable to avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment.

Contraindication

Xtane 25mg tablets should not be consumed by patients who show allergic reactions to it.

Alternate Brands

• Aromasin
• Exetraz
• Xamalon
• Samexa
• Xemasoin
• Exegat

Reference

Exemestane drug interactions. Drugs.com. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/exemestane-index.html?filter=3

Exemestane: uses interactions, mechanism of action | DrugBank Online. DrugBank. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00990

Exemestane: MedlinePlus drug information. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a607006.html