Anastrozole (Arimidex)

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General information

Class/mechanism: Selective non-steroidal aromatase inhibitor. The aromatase enzyme converts adrenal and ovarian androgens (androstenedione and testosterone) to estrogens (estrone and estradiol) in peripheral tissues.[1][2][3]
Route: PO
Extravasation: n/a

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Diseases for which it is used

Patient drug information

History of changes in FDA indication

History of changes in EMA indication

The approval of this drug pre-dates the EMA.

  • 1995-08-11: EURD

History of changes in Health Canada indication

  • 2004-06-30: Initial notice of compliance with conditions
  • 2008-12-02: Conditions were met

Also known as

  • Brand names: Altraz, Anabrez, Anastraze, Anastrazol Rontag, Anastrol, Arimidex, Asiolex, Karomex, Leprofen, RUI SI YI, RUI Ting, Trozolet, Trozolite.

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