Description

Arimidex is a medication used primarily to manage conditions related to high estrogen levels in the body. It is often prescribed to treat conditions such as breast cancer and endometriosis. The medication comes in tablet form and contains the active ingredient anastrozole.

💊 Basic Identification

Generic name: Anastrozole
Brand name: Arimidex
Form: Tablets

⚕️ Medical Uses

Arimidex is primarily used for:

Treating breast cancer in postmenopausal women
Preventing breast cancer in high-risk postmenopausal women
Treating endometriosis

The medication is typically prescribed for adults, particularly postmenopausal women.

🌿 Formulation Components

Active ingredients: Anastrozole
Notable inactive ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate, and magnesium stearate

🔬 Mechanism of Action

Arimidex works by inhibiting the aromatase enzyme, which reduces the body’s production of estrogen. This decrease in estrogen levels helps to slow or stop the growth of certain types of cancer cells that need estrogen to grow.

✅ Specific Benefits

Reduces the risk of breast cancer recurrence
Improves overall survival rates in breast cancer patients
Manages symptoms of endometriosis
Lowers estrogen levels, which can help in treating conditions exacerbated by high estrogen