Arimidex can be used to treat postmenopausal women with certain types of breast cancer. This segment of the eMedTV library offers a detailed look at the prescription drug, including how it works, when it is used, dosing information, and side effects.
While most people have no problems when taking Arimidex, side effects are possible. This eMedTV page provides lists of common and rare side effects, as well as side effects that require treatment and that should be reported to your doctor right away.
This page of the eMedTV archives explores the link between Arimidex and weight gain. It explains how common the side effect is and describes issues that make it difficult to determine if weight gain is a side effect of the drug or not.
This page on the eMedTV Web site explores the link between Arimidex and insomnia. It discusses why it is hard to say with certainty if the side effect is caused by the drug and also offers tips to help ensure a good night's sleep.
This eMedTV article takes a look at the connection between Arimidex and depression. It explains why it is difficult to determine if this is an actual side effect of the drug and offers suggestions for people who experience symptoms of depression.
This eMedTV page offers an in-depth discussion on Arimidex and high cholesterol. While it appears to be a side effect of the drug, treating breast cancer is generally a higher priority for people, and high cholesterol is not an immediate concern.
Arimidex uses involve treating breast cancer that is hormone receptor-positive in postmenopausal women. This eMedTV resource describes these uses in detail and explains how the drug works. A discussion of off-label Arimidex uses is also provided.
The typical Arimidex dosage for the treatment of breast cancer is 1 mg a day. However, as this eMedTV resource explains, the severity of the cancer may affect this. Tips for those taking the medication are also provided.
This eMedTV Web page explains the potentially negative Arimidex drug interactions that can occur when the medicine is combined with things such as oral contraceptives and estrogen. Suggestions for avoiding these interactions are also provided.
This page of the eMedTV archives offers several Arimidex warnings and precautions to be aware of before taking the drug. This includes things such as the potential for drug interactions and situations in which the medication should not be taken.
This eMedTV article explains why no generic Arimidex is currently available. Factors that affect the exclusivity period of the drug are listed, and a discussion of generic names versus active ingredients is also provided.
This eMedTV article explains why the effects -- and best treatment methods -- for an Arimidex overdose are unclear. However, possible symptoms of an overdose, factors that affect symptoms, and the most likely treatment methods are described.
This resource on the eMedTV Web site discusses the results of animal studies on Arimidex and pregnancy. An explanation of why the drug is considered a pregnancy Category D medicine is provided, as is an explanation of the FDA's rating system.
This eMedTV Web page presents a discussion on Arimidex and breastfeeding. It explores reasons why women may have to choose between taking the drug and breastfeeding, but also explains circumstances in which the drug may be taken by nursing women.
This eMedTV segment presents a detailed comparison of Arimidex vs. tamoxifen. The effects and uses for each drug are described, as are the results of studies comparing the effectiveness of each drug when used to treat breast cancer.
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