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What Are The Side Effects Of Anastrozole?

I was on this anastrozole for 5 yrs. i have been cancer free for 6 yrs. my docter requested me to stay on it for another 5 yrs. the side afcects as i remember were not good, but i did it. MAIN question ! what are the side affects, please and thank you!
Thu, 19 Feb 2015
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Anastrozole used in the treatment of breast cancer in post menopausal women is known to cause the following common side effects: fatigue, hot flushes, joint pains, osteoporosis, increase cholesterol level and diarrhea.
Some of the side effects mentioned above can be prevented like osteoporosis, increased cholesterol by suitable medicines.

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What Are The Side Effects Of Anastrozole?

Thanks for posting your question on HCM! Anastrozole used in the treatment of breast cancer in post menopausal women is known to cause the following common side effects: fatigue, hot flushes, joint pains, osteoporosis, increase cholesterol level and diarrhea. Some of the side effects mentioned above can be prevented like osteoporosis, increased cholesterol by suitable medicines. I hope your query has been explained.