Faslodex 500mg Injection
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Product introduction
Faslodex 500mg Injection is an estrogen blocker. It is used in the treatment of breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause. It works by adjusting the level of estrogen and slow down the growth of cancer cells.
Faslodex 500mg Injection is used to treat an advanced form of breast cancer by blocking the effects of a chemical that can lead to the cancerous growth
Faslodex 500mg Injection is used to treat an advanced form of breast cancer by blocking the effects of a chemical that can lead to the cancerous growth
Uses of Faslodex Injection
Benefits of Faslodex Injection
In Breast cancer
Faslodex 500mg Injection relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipple or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.
Side effects of Faslodex Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Faslodex
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Allergic reaction
- Nausea
- Injection site reaction
- Urinary tract infection
- Diarrhea
How to use Faslodex Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Faslodex 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Faslodex 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Faslodex 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Faslodex 500mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Faslodex 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Faslodex 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Faslodex 500mg Injection in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Faslodex 500mg Injection in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Faslodex 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Faslodex 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Faslodex 500mg Injection is used for the treatment of hormone dependent breast cancer.
- It should only be taken by women who have undergone menopause and cannot become pregnant.
- It is given as a slow injection into the muscles (intramuscular) of your buttock.
- Inform your doctor if you have any bleeding disorder, kidney or liver disease or if you are receiving any medicines to prevent blood clots.
- Do not take Faslodex 500mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Estrogens Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Estrogen receptor antagonist
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Faslodex 500mg Injection
Once A Month
78%
Once A Week
11%
Twice A Month
11%
What are you using Faslodex Injection for?
Breast cancer
100%
FAQs
What is Faslodex 500mg Injection and what is it used for?
Faslodex 500mg Injection contains a medicine, Fulvestrant which is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause.
How and in what dose should I use Faslodex 500mg Injection?
Your doctor would advise you the exact dose of this medicine. It is given as a slow (1 to 2 minutes) intramuscular (deep into the muscle) injection in your buttocks. It is administered by a medical healthcare professional only.
What are the common side effects of using Faslodex 500mg Injection?
The common side effects associated with this medicine are headache, vomiting, urinary tract infection, diarrhea, vaginal bleeding, low platelets count and back pain. If any of these side effects bother you, consult with your doctor.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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