Arimidex Generic

Arimidex Generic Drugs:

Do NOT use Arimidex if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Arimidex
• you are taking estrogen or tamoxifen

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Arimidex :

Some medical conditions may interact with Arimidex . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have liver problems or high cholesterol or lipid levels

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Arimidex . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Estrogen or tamoxifen because they may decrease Arimidex 's effectiveness

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Arimidex may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Arimidex :

Use Arimidex as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Arimidex by mouth with or without food.
• If you miss a dose of Arimidex , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Arimidex .

Important safety information:

• Arimidex may cause dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Arimidex with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
• Lab tests, including blood cholesterol or bone mineral density, may be performed while you use Arimidex . These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Arimidex should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Arimidex has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Arimidex while you are pregnant. It is not known if Arimidex is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Arimidex , check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Arimidex :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Anxiety; back, bone, breast, joint, or pelvic pain; constipation; cough; diarrhea; dizziness; flu-like symptoms (tiredness; muscle aches); headache; hot flashes; loss of appetite; nausea; skin numbness or tingling; sleeplessness; stomach pain or upset; sweating; vaginal dryness; vomiting; weakness; weight gain.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bone fracture; calf pain, swelling, or tenderness; chest pain; depression; frequent or painful urination; infection (chills; fever; sore throat); mental or mood changes; one-sided weakness; shortness of breath; sudden, severe headache; swelling of the hands or feet; vaginal bleeding or unusual discharge; vision or speech changes.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Proper storage of Arimidex :

Store Arimidex at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Arimidex out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Arimidex , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Arimidex is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.