Xtane 25mg Tablet

Introduction to Xtane 25mg Tablet

Xtane 25mg tablet is an anticancer drug with the active ingredient Exemestane. It belongs to the medication class known as aromatase inhibitors. In postmenopausal women, it is used to treat hormone-dependent early breast cancer after completing 2-3 years of treatment with Tamoxifen. In addition, it also treats hormone-dependent advanced breast cancer. Cancer is a disorder in which cells multiply in an uncontrolled and abnormal manner. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Exemestane or any of the other ingredients of this medicine and if you have not been through the menopause stage, also if you think you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Xtane 25mg tablet is not recommended for adolescents and children under the age of 18. Inform your doctor before starting the treatment, if you have problems with your liver or kidney or if you have a history of the bone condition as this medicine can make you lose mineral content and decrease its strength. Inform your doctor if you take any other medicine while under this treatment. Regular checking will be conducted to monitor the vitamin D level, if your level is below normal you will be given vitamin D. You need to tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking recently before taking this medicine. Use effective birth control during the treatment with this medicine.

Therapeutic Effects of Xtane 25mg Tablet

Xtane 25mg inhibits the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the conversion of androgens (male hormones) to estrogen (female hormones). By inhibiting aromatase, Xtane 25mg reduces the levels of estrogen in the body. This can stop or reduce the growth of different hormone-sensitive breast cancer cells, which depends on estrogen.

Interaction of Xtane 25mg Tablet with other drugs

Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact such as Rifampicin, Carbamazepine, or phenytoin, and St. John Wort interacts with Xtane 25mg and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

More Information about Xtane 25mg Tablet

Keep the tablets away from light and moisture.
Keep the tablets out of the reach of children and animals.
This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.

How to consume Xtane 25mg Tablet

Swallow the tablet whole with water. The usual recommended dose is one tablet daily. Avoid chewing, breaking, or crushing it. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.

Safety Advices for Xtane 25mg Tablet

Pregnancy

Do not take this Xtane 25mg if you are pregnant because it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor before starting the treatment.

Breast Feeding

It is unsafe to breastfeed while taking Xtane 25mg because it can cause toxicity to the baby. Please consult your physician for more advice.

Lungs

It is unknown if patients with lung conditions can consume Xtane 25mg. So, before beginning the treatment, consult your doctor if you have any lung conditions.

Liver

Inform your physician about any underlying liver disorders before taking Xtane 25mg, as this medication should be used with caution in liver disease patients.

Alcohol

It is unknown if drinking alcohol while taking an Xtane 25mg tablet is safe. Please speak with your physician.

Driving

Xtane 25mg may affect the ability to drive in some patients. Hence, it is advised to avoid driving if you feel tired or weak while taking this injection.

Side Effects of Xtane 25mg Tablet

Side effects are unwanted symptoms produced by medication. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

Lowered white blood cell (leukopenia)
Reduction of platelets in the blood
Allergic reaction
Difficulty in breathing

Common

Numbness and hand pain (Carpal tunnel syndrome)
Depression
High levels of liver enzymes
Diarrhea, Nausea
Depression
Joint and back pain
Fatigue
Abdomen pain
Swelling in hands and feets
Muscle pain
Tingling, pain, coldness, weakness in parts of the hand.

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