Aromasin (Exemestane) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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Aromasin Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking exemestane (Aromasin)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to exemestane, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication:

liver disease;
kidney disease; or
not yet completed menopause.

FDA pregnancy category D. This medication can cause harm to an unborn baby. Do not use exemestane without telling your doctor if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby. Use effective birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment.

You may need to take a pregnancy test before using exemestane, to make sure you are not pregnant.

It is not known whether exemestane passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take exemestane (Aromasin)?

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Exemestane is usually taken once per day. You may need to keep taking take this medication for up to 5 years. Follow your doctor's instructions.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood may need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any follow-up visits to your doctor.

Store exemestane at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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