Exemestane
Information about Exemestane
Exemestane Uses
Exemestane is used in the treatment of breast cancer.
How Exemestane works
Exemestane 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.
Common side effects of Exemestane
Headache, Dizziness, Rash, Nausea, Increased sweating, Fracture, Vomiting, Weakness, Abdominal pain, Osteoporosis, Diarrhea, Peripheral edema, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Low blood platelets, Decreased appetite, Depression, Carpal tunnel syndrome, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Hot flushes, Constipation, Urticaria, Hair loss, Itching
Available Medicine for Exemestane
XtaneNatco Pharma Ltd
₹10591 variant(s)
AromasinPfizer Ltd
₹1 to ₹58731 variant(s)
XmalonCelon Laboratories Ltd
₹3201 variant(s)
ExetrazAlkem Laboratories Ltd
₹8101 variant(s)
ExmasinSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹2201 variant(s)
SamexaSamarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
₹6971 variant(s)
XamalonCelon Laboratories Ltd
₹3201 variant(s)
ExegetGLS Pharma Ltd.
₹6001 variant(s)
EstrozAxiommax Oncology Pvt Ltd
₹9901 variant(s)
ZemasinOncozest
₹6001 variant(s)
Expert advice for Exemestane
- Exemestane 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 Exemestane if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.