Exemestane



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Exemestane Information



Exemestane Benefits & Uses

Exemestane is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Exemestane Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Exemestane Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Exemestane is used -

Severe

  • Bone Fracture
  • Visual Disturbance

Moderate

Mild

  • Insomnia
  • Headache
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)

Common

  • Excessive sweating
  • Hot Flashes

Exemestane Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Exemestane safe for pregnant women?


    Exemestane shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Exemestane safe during breastfeeding?


    Exemestane may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Exemestane, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Exemestane.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Exemestane on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Exemestane on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Exemestane on the Liver?


    Exemestane is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Exemestane on the Heart?


    You can take Exemestane without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Exemestane with Other Drugs

Exemestane should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Exemestane Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exemestane unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Exemestane

  • Is this Exemestane habit forming or addictive?


    Exemestane does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Exemestane, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Exemestane can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Exemestane should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Exemestane is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Exemestane Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Exemestane


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Exemestane and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Exemestane


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Exemestane and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aromasin® (exemestane)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 315

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 542-543



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