anastrozole(Arimidex)
Aromatase inhibitor (nonsteroidal, third-generation)
Pronunciation
/əˈnæstrəzoʊl/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- anastrozole
- Brand names
- Arimidex
- Therapeutic class
- Aromatase inhibitor (nonsteroidal, third-generation)
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take once daily with or without food.
- Bone density should be checked at baseline and periodically.
- Take adequate calcium and vitamin D; weight-bearing exercise.
- Report new bone pain or fractures.
- Joint pain often improves over time; do not stop without consulting oncology.
Sources
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