Altraz 1 mg

Description

Altraz 1 mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine. It is used to treat early breast cancer in postmenopausal women (women who have not had their menstruation for an entire year marking the end of the menstrual cycle). It is used alone or along with other treatments, such as surgery or radiation therapy.

Altraz 1 mg Tablet is used as a first-line treatment for breast cancer that has spread within the breast or to other parts of the body in women who have attained menopause. It is also used to treat advanced breast cancer that has worsened even after Tamoxifen treatment (a medicine used to treat breast cancer).

Altraz 1 mg Tablet works by lowering the level of estrogen (a type of sex hormone in women) in the body. As a result, the growth of breast cancer cells is stopped or delayed.

altraz tablet online Tablet may cause some side effects like weakness, headache, sweating, stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, hair thinning, depression, dizziness, loss of appetite, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Altraz 1 mg Tablet is available on prescription in tablet form. It can be taken with or without food. It is recommended that you take it at the same time every day for the ease of remembering and better results. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of treatment based on your clinical conditions. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose as it may cause undesired effects.

Altraz 1 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are still having periods. It should only be taken by women who are no longer having menstruation. Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, high cholesterol levels, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), or any other medical conditions. It is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Altraz 1 mg Tablet

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Vaginal bleeding
• Hair thinning
• Change in mood
• Hot flashes
• Loss of appetite
• Weight gain
• Joint pain
• Sore throat
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Tiredness and weakness
• Drowsiness

Altraz tablet use

Breast cancer
Breast cancer is a condition in women that causes abnormal growth of cells in the breast. The signs and symptoms include a lump in the breast or underarm, a change in breast shape, irritated or itchy breast, change in breast colour, pain and tenderness, etc. Altraz 1 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women (women who have not had their menstruation for an entire year marking the end of the menstrual cycle).

When not to use?

• Allergy
  Avoid taking Altraz 1 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any symptoms such as rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
• Premenopausal women
  altraz for men is not recommended for use if you are still having periods. It should only be taken by women who are no longer having menstruation.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

• Pregnancy
  Altraz 1 mg Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy.
• Breast-feeding
  Altraz 1 mg Tablet is unsafe for use while breastfeeding.

General warnings

Driving or operating machines

Altraz 1 mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as blurred vision, dizziness, etc. If you experience such symptoms while taking this medication, avoid performing activities that require mental alertness, such as driving vehicles or operating machines.

Dosage

• Missed Dose
  If you miss a dose of Altraz 1 mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
• Overdose
  Never take more than the prescribed dose, Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose of Altraz 1 mg Tablet.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

• Description
  • Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
• Instructions
  • Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Disease interactions

• Cardiovascular disease

  • Ischemic heart disease is a condition that occurs when the heart muscle does not receive sufficient blood due to the narrowing of the blood vessels. Altraz 1 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have pre-existing ischemic heart disease as it may worsen your condition.

• Hyperlipidaemia
  

  • Hyperlipidaemia refers to high levels of fats (cholesterol and triglycerides) in the blood. Altraz 1 mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have hyperlipidaemia as it may cause a further increase in blood cholesterol levels and worsen your condition.

• Liver Disease

  • Altraz 1 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems due to an increased risk of liver toxicity. Your doctor may suggests tests to monitor your liver function and recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

• Osteoporosis

  • Osteoporosis is a condition in which your bones become weak and brittle. Altraz 1 mg Tablet works by lowering estrogen levels in your body, which may cause your bones to become thinner and weaker and increase the risk of fractures. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have osteoporosis.

• Food interactions

  • Information not available.

• Lab interactions

  • This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking. Only the highest quality altraz 1mg price is available.

General Instructions

• Take Altraz 1 mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not take larger amounts than prescribed. Do not stop
• taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
• Consult your doctor if you experience side effects that persist or worsen.
• Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine.

FAQs

Q. Does Altraz Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Altraz Tablet may cause weight gain, but it is not very common. There could be other reasons as well which can lead to weight gain such as menopause. However, if you gain weight while taking Altraz Tablet, take low-calorie diet and exercise regularly. Consult your doctor or a nutritionist to help you lose weight.

Q. Does Altraz Tablet cause hair loss?

Yes, Altraz Tablet commonly affects the hair by making them thin which further leads to hair loss. However, it does not occur in everyone. Hair thinning probably occurs due to estrogen lowering effect of Altraz Tablet. These effects are not permanent and may revert after some time. If it concerns you then talk to your doctor for another alternative medicine to avoid damage to hair.

Q. Why do bodybuilders use Altraz Tablet?

Bodybuilders who take anabolic steroids for bodybuilding take Altraz Tablet to reduce the production of estrogen which is a side effect of anabolic steroids. An increase in estrogen levels in bodybuilders may result in high pitched female voice, shrinking of the testicles or penis, and breast enlargement. In order to avoid such characteristics bodybuilders take Altraz Tablet.

Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Altraz Tablet?

The most important information that you need to be aware of while using Altraz Tablet is that it can cause heart disease. Women who have early breast cancer and have blockage of arteries in the heart may have an increase in symptoms of decreased blood flow to their heart. Seek help if you experience shortness of breath or have a new or worsening chest pain.