Anacan Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of menses periods). Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by the female sex hormone known as estrogen.

Anacan Tablet works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in producing the estrogen hormone. The cancer cells require estrogen for their growth. Hence, by blocking the aromatase enzyme, Anacan Tablet prevents the growth of cancer cells. Together, Anacan Tablet helps prevent or stop the growth of tumours (cancer cells) in other body parts.

Take Anacan Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Anacan Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as headache, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain, hot flashes, nausea, skin rashes, osteoporosis, and weakness. Do not hesitate to talk with your doctor if you persistently experience any of these side effects.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Anacan Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Anacan Tablet midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Anacan Tablet if you have allergies, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), bone fractures, high levels of cholesterol, or severe liver or kidney disease. Avoid taking Anacan Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Anacan Tablet causes weakness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Anacan Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Anacan Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Anacan Tablet to rule out any side effects.

Anacan Tablet belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors. Anacan Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of periods). Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by a female sex hormone called estrogen. Anacan Tablet works by blocking the aromatase enzyme involved in the production of estrogens. Cancer cells require estrogen to grow, so blocking the enzyme Anacan Tablet prevents cancer cells' growth. Thereby, Anacan Tablet helps slow down or stop the growth and/or spreading of the tumours to other body parts.

Do not take Anacan Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents or have not yet gone through menopause (still getting your periods). To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Anacan Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop the Anacan Tablet midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Anacan Tablet if you have allergies, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), bone fractures, high levels of cholesterol, or severe liver or kidney disease. Avoid taking Anacan Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Anacan Tablet causes weakness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Anacan Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Anacan Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Anacan Tablet to rule out any side effects.