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Faslodex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The right dosage of Faslodex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Faslodex are Urinary tract infection, Flu-like Symptoms. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Faslodex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Faslodex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Faslodex's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Faslodex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Thrombocytopenia and ITP must refrain from the use of Faslodex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Faslodex contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Faslodex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Faslodex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Faslodex is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Faslodex safe for pregnant women?
Faslodex has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Faslodex without medical advice.
Is the use of Faslodex safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Faslodex. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Faslodex on the Kidneys?
Faslodex rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Faslodex on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Faslodex. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Faslodex only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Faslodex on the Heart?
Faslodex is rarely harmful for the heart.
Faslodex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Faslodex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Faslodex habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Faslodex.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Faslodex you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Faslodex should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Faslodex in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Faslodex
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Faslodex with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Faslodex
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Faslodex.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Faslodex® (fulvestrant)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 313
