Faslodex Information

Faslodex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.

The right dosage of Faslodex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Faslodex are Urinary tract infection, Flu-like Symptoms. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Faslodex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Faslodex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Faslodex's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Faslodex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Thrombocytopenia and ITP must refrain from the use of Faslodex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Faslodex contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Faslodex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Faslodex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Faslodex Benefits & Uses
Faslodex Dosage & How to Take
Faslodex Side Effects
Faslodex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Faslodex with Other Drugs
Faslodex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Faslodex
Faslodex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Faslodex Benefits & Uses

Faslodex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer

Faslodex 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Faslodex Related Warnings

Is the use of Faslodex safe for pregnant women?

Faslodex has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Faslodex without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Faslodex safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Faslodex. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Faslodex on the Kidneys?

Faslodex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Faslodex on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Faslodex. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Faslodex on the Heart?

Faslodex is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Faslodex with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Warfarin

Heparin

Apixaban

Enoxaparin

Faslodex Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Faslodex

Is this Faslodex habit forming or addictive?

Faslodex does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Faslodex as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Faslodex should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Faslodex for mental disorders.

No

Faslodex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Faslodex

There is no information on the effects of taking Faslodex with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Faslodex

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Faslodex.

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; Faslodex® (fulvestrant)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 313

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