non steroidal aromatase inhibitor Flashcards

1
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What are examples of drug class?

A

Anastrazole
letrozole

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LETROZOLE:
What is it indicated for ?

A

breast cancer;
oestrogen receptor positive
advanced
HER-2 negative

ALL POSTMENOPAUSAL WOMEN

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LETROZOLE:
what are contraindications?

A

pre menopausal women

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LETROZOLE:
side effects?

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Hot flushes and sweats. Hot flushes are a common side effect of this treatment. …
Feeling tired (fatigue) Feeling tired is a common side effect. …
Muscle or joint pain. …
Feeling sick, and indigestion or tummy pain. …
Raised cholesterol level. …
Change in appetite. …
Hair thinning. …
Mood changes.

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