Anastrozolol

Anastrozole ( Letrozole ) Benefits

Breast Cancer therapy: Anastrozole is recommended as part of the overall therapy strategy to postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.

Anastrozole helps reduce estrogen levels in the body by blocking aromatase, the enzyme responsible for estrogen production. This is important in delaying or preventing the development of hormone-sensitive breast cancer cells.

Recurrence Prevention: Anastrozole is sometimes used as adjuvant medication to lower the risk of cancer recurrence after surgery or other main therapies.

Anastrozole Side Effects

Anastrozole may cause a decrease in bone mineral density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.

• Hot Flashes: As a result of low estrogen levels, some people may suffer hot flashes or sensations of warmth.
  
• Joint Pain and Stiffness: Musculoskeletal symptoms such as joint pain and stiffness have been recorded among Anastrozole users.
  
• Fatigue: As a side effect of the medicine, fatigue or weakness may develop.
  
• Mood Changes: Some people may suffer mood changes such as sadness and anxiety.
  
• Anastrozole may induce vaginal dryness, which can be uncomfortable during sexual activity.

Cardiovascular Effects: Individuals on aromatase inhibitors may have a modest increase in cardiovascular events, although the overall risk-benefit ratio is carefully reviewed by healthcare experts.