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Anastra is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The optimal dosage of Anastra is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Anastra as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Anastra normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Anastra's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Anastra's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Anastra related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Anastra have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Anastra have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Anastra, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Anastra is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Anastra is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Anastra safe for pregnant women?
Anastra shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Anastra safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Anastra. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Anastra on the Kidneys?
Anastra may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anastra on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Anastra. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Anastra on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Anastra. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Anastra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anastra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anastra habit forming or addictive?
Anastra is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Anastra as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Anastra only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Anastra for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anastra
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Anastra together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anastra
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Anastra with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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