Drug reference
anastrozole
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Drug class
Oncology (Aromatase Inhibitors)
Mechanism of action
Selective nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor; prevents conversion of androstenedione to estrone and estradiol in peripheral tissues, thereby significantly lowering serum estradiol concentrations; has no effect on adrenal corticosteroids or aldosterone
Common side effects
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Hot flashes
- Weakness
- Vasodilation
- Mood disturbances
Known interactions (3)
- anastrozole + bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens Contraindicated
- anastrozole + estradiol Contraindicated
- anastrozole + tamoxifen Major
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is anastrozole?
anastrozole belongs to: Oncology.
How does anastrozole work?
Selective nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor; prevents conversion of androstenedione to estrone and estradiol in peripheral tissues, thereby significantly lowering serum estradiol concentrations; has no effect on adrenal corticosteroids or aldosterone
What are the common side effects of anastrozole?
Vomiting, Fatigue, Nausea, Hot flashes, Weakness, Vasodilation, Mood disturbances
Which drugs interact with anastrozole?
bazedoxifene-conjugated estrogens, estradiol, tamoxifen
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