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Xmalon 25mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Xmalon 25mg Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. 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 helps in slowing down the growth of cancer cells.

Xmalon 25mg Tablet is also used in combination with medication in early cancer to prevent the risk of coming back. It should be taken with food, but take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effects of the medicine include insomnia (difficulty sleeping), headache, nausea, increased appetite, and joint pain  If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are not gone through menopause and still having menstrual periods, or you have a problem with the liver or kidney. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor may perform some blood tests to check for vitamin D level or bone density.


Uses of Xmalon Tablet

Benefits of Xmalon Tablet

In Breast cancer

Xmalon 25mg Tablet 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.

Side effects of Xmalon Tablet

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 Xmalon

  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Increased sweating
  • Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
  • Fatigue
  • Increased appetite

How to use Xmalon Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Xmalon 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Xmalon Tablet works

Xmalon 25mg Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by lowering the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This can lower or stop the growth of some breast cancer cells that need estrogen to grow.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Xmalon 25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Xmalon 25mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Xmalon 25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Xmalon 25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Xmalon 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Xmalon 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Xmalon Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Xmalon 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Xmalon 25mg Tablet is used for the treatment of hormone dependent breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
  • Take it at the same time everyday, preferably after food.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Your doctor may regularly check your Vitamin D level and bone mineral density and suggest supplements, if needed.
  • Do not take Xmalon 25mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Androgens Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Interaction with drugs

Taking Xmalon with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns

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If any symtom of brest cancer if have whats the cure
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
First is confirmation of breast cancerChance of cure depends on stage of cancer
BREAST CANCER , PET REPORT SAYS INFECTION IN SKELETON.
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
Metastatic breast cancer, send me previous treatment details
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FAQs

Q. What is Xmalon 25mg Tablet and what is it used for?

Xmalon 25mg Tablet contains a medicine Exemestane, which is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause.

Q. How and in what dose should I use Xmalon 25mg Tablet?

Take it as per the advice of your doctor. The number of doses you take each day, and the duration depends on your medical problem. Take your tablet at about the same time every day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body. You can take it with or without food. Treatment with Xmalon 25mg Tablet may be long term and you may require to take it for several years.

Q. What if I forget to take Xmalon 25mg Tablet?

If you forget to take a dose of Xmalon 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time to your next dose, skip it and follow your usual dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for the forgotten one.

Q. What are the common side effects of using Xmalon 25mg Tablet?

Most common side effects of using Xmalon 25mg Tablet are hot flashes, feeling tired, joint pain , headache, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, depression, feeling anxious, upset stomach and difficulty in breathing. If any of these side effects bother you, consult your doctor.

Q. Can I stop taking Xmalon 25mg Tablet?

Do not stop taking Xmalon 25mg Tablet without talking to your doctor, even if you start to feel well.

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