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Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's Substitute

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Composition:

EXEMESTANE-25MG

Uses:

<p>Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of breast cancer in women. The detailed uses of Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Treats Breast Cancer in Postmenopausal Women:</strong> Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat early-stage, hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in women after menopause (cessation of periods) by reducing estrogen levels, which drives the growth of cancer cells.</li><li><strong>Maintenance Therapy to Prevent Cancer Recurrence:</strong> Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's is often prescribed after 2-3 years of tamoxifen therapy (hormone treatment) to reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence by further suppressing estrogen production.</li><li><strong>Treats Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer:</strong> Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's is also used to treat advanced hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women when other hormonal therapies have not been effective.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat specific types of breast cancer in women after menopause.
  • Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's is also used to help prevent cancer from returning. Some breast cancers are made to grow faster by a natural hormone known as estrogen.
  • Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in producing the estrogen hormone.
  • Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's lowers the amount of estrogen in the body.
  • Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's helps prevent or stop the growth of the tumours (cancer cells) from spreading to other body parts.

FAQs

Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of menses periods).

The most common side effects of using Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's are hot flashes, joint pain, feeling tired, trouble sleeping, headache, depression, increased sweating, upset stomach, feeling anxious, and difficulty breathing. If any of these side effects disturb you, inform your doctor.

The common symptoms of breast cancer involve the presence of a lump in the breast that feels different from the rest of the breast tissue. You may observe changes in the size, shape and appearance of the breast. The nipple becomes enlarged and painful, and discharge is also one of the symptoms of breast cancer. Pain occurs around the breast.

Yes, Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's commonly affects the hair by making it thin, which further causes loss of hair. However, it is not very common. Hair reduction possibly happens due to the estrogen-lowering effect of Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's. These effects are not long-lasting and may return after some time. If it matters to you, inform your doctor of another alternative medicine to avoid harm to your hair.

Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's causes dizziness and drowsiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or drowsy.

Although there is no known way to prevent breast cancer, there are ways to lower your risk. It is advisable to drink less alcohol, stay at a healthy weight, get regular exercise, breastfeed (completely breastfeeding during your baby's first 6 months and continuing for 12 months or longer), and inform your doctor about hormone replacement therapy (a form of hormone therapy used to treat symptoms related with female menopause) if you take it.

Take Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's with or without food as advised by your doctor. The number of doses and the duration depend on your medical condition. Take it roughly at the same time every day to ensure consistent levels of Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's in your body. You may need to take Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's for several years, and the treatment may be long-term.

If you forget to take a dose of Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose on time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one, as this may increase the risk of side effects.

Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not stop taking Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better as it may worsen your condition.

Store Xcel 25 mg Tablet 10's at room temperature, protected from moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.

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