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Exemestane
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Overview
Xtane 25mg tablet is a hormone therapy medication, and it is used in the treatment of breast cancer in post-menopausal women. The generic name of this medication is Exemestane. It is a steroidal aromatase inhibitor that reduces the level of estrogen, which, as a result, stops cell proliferation of cancer cells. It is a prescription-based medication whose dosage is decided by the doctor.
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer
The human body reacts differently to the Xtane 25mg tablet. Response or undesired symptoms vary from individual to individual. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine; these side effects don't need special medical attention. Whereas if the symptoms don't disappear with time or you have severe side effects, then consult your doctor immediately. Some of the common side effects of the Xtane 25mg tablet are mentioned below:
Take the dose of Xtane 25mg tablet as per your healthcare provider’s prescription. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly, unless your doctor tells you. This medicine is given under the strict supervision of a doctor. Do not self-administer. Overdose is a very unusual state for this medicine because it is given under the supervision of a healthcare provider. Xtane 25mg tablet can be taken without food or with food. The doctor will provide emergency medical treatment. You should not break, crush, or chew the medicine; it should be swallowed as a whole.
Xtane 25mg tablet works by reducing the amount of estrogen (a natural female hormone) that is produced in the body. Aromasin is an enzyme that converts androgens to estrogen in post-menopausal women. Cancer cells undergo uncontrollable cell growth under the influence of estrogen. Xtane 25mg tablet is an aromatase inhibitor that is for the treatment of women going through menopause for breast cancer. Xtane inhibits the production of estrogen by binding to the aromatase enzyme. Thereby, Xtane decreases the size of the tumor and stops the cancerous cells from multiplying.
Alcohol
unsafe
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking the Xtane 25mg tablet. Consult your doctor for further information.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Xtane 25mg tablet may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such a condition. According to some research data, taking Xtane 25mg tablet during pregnancy has shown harmful effects on the developing baby.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Xtane 25mg tablet is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor before taking the Xtane 25mg tablet while breastfeeding, as there is a chance that it may pass to the developing baby through the breast milk of the mother.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking the Xtane 25mg tablet, as you may feel dizzy.
Kidney
caution
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking the Xtane 25mg tablet. Patients with renal impairment must be careful while taking the Xtane 25mg tablet. They may require adjustment in the dose.
Liver
caution
Inform your doctor before starting the Xtane 25mg tablet. If you have liver disease, avoid any serious side effects. Patients with hepatic impairment must be careful while taking the Xtane 25mg tablet. They may require adjustment in the dose.
If you forget to take a dose of Xtane 25mg Tablet, consult your doctor. Don’t double up the next dose to cope with the missed one unless your doctor recommends it.
Xtane 25mg tablet is an anticancer capsule that is primarily used in the treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
Xtane 25mg tablets are taken orally once every day after a meal.
It is advisable to store the Xtane tablets at a place below 30°C.
Avoid drinking alcohol during the treatment with Xtane 25mg even though no interactions of both are known.
The doctor decides for how long the treatment with Xtane 25mg will continue depending on the stage, and health of the patient.
It is not known whether it is safe or not. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Xtane 25mg Tablet.
Memory impairments have been reported in a few patients. Consult your doctor if you face problems with concentration, loss of memory, or are confused.
No, children below 18 years of age are not advised to take Xtane 25mg Tablet as it results in severe complications.
Xtane 25mg Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding unless it is necessary.
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