Warnings & Precautions Associated with Aromasin Exemestane Therapy

 

It is highly essential to be aware of the Aromasin (Exemestane) warnings and precautions before using the drug to undertake a safe treatment procedure. Postmenopausal women who have osteoporosis or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding a baby may not use Aromasin for safety concerns. There are also other precautions and warnings related to potential drug interactions and allergic reactions.

 

You should discuss with your doctor in detail regarding your past and present medical conditions prior to the Aromasin treatment. Special medical attention is needed if you have:

 

  • Liver disease that also includes liver failure or cirrhosis
  • Kidney disease that also includes kidney or renal failure
  • Not passed through menopause
  • Osteoporosis (Abnormal loss of bony tissue resulting in fragile porous bones due to a deficiency of calcium)
  • Any types of allergies, including allergies to food, dyes, or preservatives

 

Other important things that your healthcare provider should know are about your pregnancy and nursing a baby. You should also tell him or her on the subject of the medications you’re currently taking that include prescription and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements.

 

Aromasin (Exemestane) is intended for the treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It is not known whether the drug is effective and safe in premenopausal women too. Though not approved for use in premenopausal females, Aromasin is occasionally prescribed off-label for this use.

 

Aromasin gets excreted with the help of the liver and kidneys. Thus, if you suffer from severe liver and kidney disease, this particular activity may get affected. Take the advice of your doctor on this matter before using this drug. The doctor may direct you to adjust your Exemestane dosage or not to take the medication at all.

 

The application of Aromasin or other medications that diminish the effects of estrogens can result in osteoporosis. So, if you are already suffering from osteoporosis or very much susceptible to the condition, your physician may suggest you to have certain lifestyle changes or to use some medicines to protect you from fractures.

 

According to the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Aromasin (Exemestane) is listed in the pregnancy category D medication that states the drug’s likely adverse impact on a fetus during pregnancy. Tell your doctor before the treatment if you’re pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant in the near future. You should discuss with your doctor about potential risks and benefits of taking Exemestane during pregnancy.

 

It is still not known whether Aromasin passes into breast milk and harms a breastfeeding baby. However, you should consult your doctor if you’re breastfeeding or plan to start breastfeeding prior to initiating the hormonal therapy.

 

The use of Aromasin is disallowed in those patients who are allergic to the drug, Exemestane (the active ingredient) or any of the inactive ingredients found in the drug. Your physician or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients used to produce Aromasin. Don’t hesitate to ask them if you’ve any doubts about the treatment.