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Aromasin
Aromasin is a type of hormonal therapy that is used in the treatment of bre
ast cancer in ***** who have had their menopause (change of life).
Hormonal therapies interfere with the production or action of particular hormones in the body. Hormones are substances produced naturally in the body. They act as chemical messengers and help to control the activity of cells and organs.
There are several different types of hormonal therapy. Your doctor can discuss with you which is best for your situation.
Aromatase inhibitors
Many bre
ast cancers rely on the hormone oestrogen to grow.
In ***** who have had their menopause the main source of oestrogen is through the conversion of androgens (*** hormones produced by the adrenal glands) into oestrogens. This is carried out by an enzyme called aromatase. The conversion process is known as aromatisation, and happens mainly in the fatty tissues of the body.
Aromasin is a drug that blocks the process of aromatisation, which reduces the amount of oestrogen in the body. Drugs that work in this way are known as aromatase inhibitors. Other aromatase inhibitors include Arimidex® (an
astrozole) and Femara® (letrozole).
How Aromasin is taken
Aromasin is a tablet which is taken once a day, preferably after a meal and at the same time each day (but it does not matter whether this is in the morning or the evening).
When it may be given
Doctors take into account many different factors when planning each person'* treatment, so it is important to talk things over with your specialist. They will make a decision about treatment based on current medical knowledge and your individual situation.
Early bre
ast cancer
Aromasin is used to treat post-menopausal ***** with early bre
ast cancer (cancer that has not spread) after they have completed two or three years of tamoxifen treatment.
Advanced bre
ast cancer
Aromasin is also used to treat ***** who have advanced bre
ast cancer (cancer that has spread to other parts of the body). It is usually used when other types of hormonal therapy are no longer controlling the cancer.
Possible side effects
Each person'* reaction to any medication is different. Most people have very few side effects with exemestane, while others may experience more. The side effects described in this information will not affect everyone and may be different if you are having more than one drug.
We have outlined the most common side effects. However, we have not included those that are very rare and therefore extremely unlikely to affect you. If you notice any effects that you think may be due to the drug, but are not listed in the information, please discuss them with your doctor or nurse.
You will see your doctor regularly while you have this treatment so that they can monitor the effects. This factsheet should help you to discuss any queries about your treatment and its side effects with your doctor or nurse, as they are in the best position to help and advise you.
Some people may have the following side effects to varying degrees. If any side effects occur they are usually mild.
اینم سایتش:
http://www.cancerbackup.org.uk/Treat...ies/Exemestane
اینم یکی دیگه:
http://www.rxlist.com/aromasin-drug.htm