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Femistra Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Composition :

ANASTROZOLE-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Cadila

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Femistra Tablet

Femistra 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.

Femistra 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, Femistra Tablet prevents the growth of cancer cells. Together, Femistra Tablet helps prevent or stop the growth of tumours (cancer cells) in other body parts.

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

Uses of Femistra Tablet

Treatment of Breast cancer

Directions for Use

• It can be taken with or without food as advised by a doctor.• Adhere to your doctor's guidance regarding the dosage and timing of this medication for optimal effectiveness.• Swallow Femistra Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Key Benefits

Femistra Tablet belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors. Femistra 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. Femistra Tablet works by blocking the aromatase enzyme involved in the production of estrogens. Cancer cells require estrogen to grow, so blocking the enzyme Femistra Tablet prevents cancer cells' growth. Thereby, Femistra Tablet helps slow down or stop the growth and/or spreading of the tumours to other body parts.

How Femistra Tablet Works

Femistra 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, Femistra Tablet prevents the growth of cancer cells. Together, Femistra Tablet helps prevent or stop the growth of tumours (cancer cells) in other body parts.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Femistra Tablet
  • Please inform your doctor about joint swelling, as they may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle is key to relieving joint discomfort. Regular exercise, such as low-impact sports like walking, cycling, or swimming, should be combined with a well-balanced diet.
  • Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to assist your body in repairing and rebuilding tissue.
  • Whenever there is swelling, apply heat or cold packs to the affected joint that can help reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Track when joint pain occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Here are the steps to manage Joint Pain caused by medication usage:
  • Please inform your doctor about joint pain symptoms, as they may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Your doctor may prescribe common pain relievers if necessary to treat joint discomfort.
  • Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is key to relieving joint discomfort. Regular exercise, such as low-impact sports like walking, cycling, or swimming, should be combined with a well-balanced diet. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to assist your body in repairing and rebuilding tissue.
  • Applying heat or cold packs to the affected joint can help reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Please track when joint pain occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • If your joint pain is severe or prolonged, consult a doctor to rule out any underlying disorders that may require treatment.
Here are the steps to manage Joint Pain caused by medication usage:
  • Please inform your doctor about joint pain symptoms, as they may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Your doctor may prescribe common pain relievers if necessary to treat joint discomfort.
  • Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is key to relieving joint discomfort. Regular exercise, such as low-impact sports like walking, cycling, or swimming, should be combined with a well-balanced diet. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to assist your body in repairing and rebuilding tissue.
  • Applying heat or cold packs to the affected joint can help reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Please track when joint pain occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • If your joint pain is severe or prolonged, consult a doctor to rule out any underlying disorders that may require treatment.
Managing back pain as a side effect of medication requires a combination of self-care techniques, lifestyle modifications, and medical interventions. Here are the steps:
  • Talk to your doctor about your back pain and potential medication substitutes or dose changes.
  • Try yoga or Pilates and other mild stretching exercises to increase flexibility and strengthen your back muscles.
  • To lessen the tension on your back, sit and stand upright and maintain proper posture.
  • To alleviate discomfort and minimize inflammation, apply heat or cold packs to the afflicted area.
  • Under your doctor's supervision, think about taking over-the-counter painkillers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
  • Make ergonomic adjustments to your workspace and daily activities to reduce strain on your back.
  • To handle tension that could make back pain worse, try stress-reduction methods like deep breathing or meditation.
  • Use pillows and a supportive mattress to keep your spine in the right posture as you sleep.
  • Back discomfort can worsen by bending, twisting, and heavy lifting.
  • Speak with a physical therapist to create a customized training regimen to increase back strength and flexibility.
  • Regular exercise, like swimming, walking, and yoga, can help reduce bone pain by strengthening muscles and releasing natural pain relievers.
  • Physical therapy, including stretching, strengthening exercises, TENS (a type of therapy using electrical pulses), and massage, can help ease bone pain and improve movement.
  • Mind-body techniques, like relaxation, meditation, and hypnosis, can reduce pain and help control muscle tension that comes with bone pain.
  • Acupuncture may help reduce bone pain by triggering the release of natural painkillers and easing nerve discomfort.
  • Avoid sitting for long periods; take short walks or stretch regularly.
  • Herbs like turmeric and ginger might help with bone pain.
  • Eat a diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, and protein for strong bones and muscles.
  • Quit smoking and limit alcohol.

What if I have taken an overdose of Femistra Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Femistra Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

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

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AnastrozoleBazedoxifene
Critical
AnastrozoleDiethylstilbestrol
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AnastrozoleBazedoxifene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
when Femistra Tablet is used with Bazedoxifene it may reduce Femistra Tablet's effects and make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Bazedoxifene with Femistra Tablet is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
AnastrozoleDiethylstilbestrol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Diethylstilbestrol may interfere with Femistra Tablet's function and make it less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Femistra Tablet and Diethylstilbestrol together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AnastrozoleDienestrol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Coadministration of Femistra Tablet with Dienestrol may interfere with the action of Femistra Tablet, making it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Femistra Tablet with Dienestrol can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozoleThalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Using thalidomide together with Femistra Tablet can increase the risk of dangerous blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalidomide with Femistra Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, chest pain, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, and/or pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop taking any medication without doctors advise.
AnastrozoleEstradiol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Estradiol may interfere with Femistra Tablet's function and make it less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Femistra Tablet with Estradiol can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AnastrozoleChlorotrianisene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Coadministration of Femistra Tablet with Chlorotrianisene may interfere with the action of Femistra Tablet making it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Femistra Tablet with Chlorotrianisene can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AnastrozolePalifermin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Coadministration of Femistra Tablet with palifermin may increase the toxicity of Femistra Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Femistra Tablet and Palifermin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience oral mucositis(inflammation and ulceration that occurs in the mouth), you should reach out to a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozoleEthinylestradiol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Ethinylestradiol may interfere with Femistra Tablet's function and make it less effective in treating the condition.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Femistra Tablet and Ethinylestradiol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozoleConjugated Estrogens
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Coadministration of Conjugated estrogens with Femistra Tablet may reduce the effectiveness of Femistra Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Conjugated estrogen and Femistra Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
AnastrozoleEstrone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Femistra Tablet:
Estrone may interfere with Femistra Tablet's function and make it less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Femistra Tablet and Estrone, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Consume leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, herbs, and spices.
  • Avoid fried, processed meats, refined carbs, and added sugar.
  • Get optimal sleep, and rest well.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CHEMOTHERAPY

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Femistra Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects. Alcohol intake, along with Femistra Tablet , may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Femistra Tablet should not be used during pregnancy because it causes harm to the fetus (newborn baby). Please discuss any concerns regarding this with your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Femistra Tablet should not be taken during breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk and may harm the nursing baby. It is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Unsafe

Femistra Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Please inform the doctor if you have a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.

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Kidney

Caution

Please inform the doctor if you have a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.

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Children

Unsafe

Femistra Tablet should not be used by children, as efficacy and safety have not been established.

Have a query?

FAQs

Femistra Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of menses periods).

Femistra 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, Femistra Tablet prevents the growth of cancer cells. Together, Femistra Tablet helps prevent or stop the growth of tumours (cancer cells) in other body parts.

Do not stop taking Femistra Tablet on your own. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Femistra Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not hesitate to speak with your doctor if you experience difficulty while taking Femistra Tablet .

Femistra Tablet may cause osteoporosis (bone thinning) due to the reduction of estrogen in the body. Regular bone density tests may help you monitor osteoporosis. Contact your doctor if you observe any sign of tendon pain or swelling while taking Femistra Tablet .

Femistra Tablet may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. However, it is not very common. If you gain weight, eat a low-calorie diet (low-calorie) and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.

Yes, Femistra Tablet 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 Femistra Tablet . These effects are not long-lasting and may return after some time. If it matters to you, then inform your doctor of another alternative medicine to avoid harm to hair.

The side effects of Femistra Tablet include headache, nausea, hot flashes, skin rashes, weakness, and musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Femistra Tablet is used by bodybuilders who use anabolic steroids for bodybuilding to reduce the estrogen production which is a side effect of anabolic steroids. Increased estrogen levels in bodybuilders may result in shrinking of the testicles or penis, high pitched female voice, and breast enlargement. In order to avoid such characteristics, bodybuilders use Femistra Tablet .

Femistra Tablet can be taken anytime of the day. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

While on Femistra Tablet , your doctor will recommend blood tests to check blood cell counts and investigate kidney and liver functions. In addition, if you are at risk for osteoporosis, which may also occur due to Femistra Tablet , your doctor may advise a bone scan.

You should contact your doctor if you experience any severe adverse reaction. In case of prolonged or severe vomiting or nausea, extreme pain and extreme weakness, inform your doctor. Additionally, if you have taken more than the recommended dose of Femistra Tablet , consult your dotor.

The most important information that you need to know while using Femistra Tablet is that it can cause heart disease. Women with early-stage breast cancer and blockage of arteries in the heart may have an increase in symptoms of decreased blood flow to their heart. If you experience shortness of breath or have a new or worsening chest pain, seek medical help.

Femistra Tablet should not be used with tamoxifen as it may reduce its effectiveness. Medicines containing estrogen such as estrogen creams, birth control pills, vaginal rings, and vaginal suppositories may affect the working of Femistra Tablet .

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
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