Womazol Tablet

Womazol Tablet contains Anastrozole (1mg), a medication used in the treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It works by reducing the amount of estrogen in the body, which helps slow or stop the growth of certain types of breast tumors that need estrogen to grow.

Uses of Womazol Tablet

• Treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
• Management of metastatic or advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women
• Prevention of cancer recurrence after primary treatment

How Womazol Tablet works

Womazol Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It blocks the enzyme aromatase, which converts androgens into estrogens in the body. By lowering estrogen levels, it helps inhibit the growth of estrogen-dependent breast cancer cells.

Benefits of Womazol Tablet

• Reduces estrogen levels effectively
• Helps in controlling and treating breast cancer
• Decreases risk of recurrence in hormone-sensitive cancers

How to use Womazol Tablet

• Take one tablet daily at the same time
• Can be taken with or without food
• Do not discontinue without consulting your doctor

Side effects of Womazol Tablet

• Hot flashes
• Joint or muscle pain
• Weakness or fatigue
• Osteoporosis (bone thinning)
• Headache
• Nausea
• Mood changes

Safety advice

• Not recommended for premenopausal women
• Avoid use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems
• Bone density should be monitored during long-term use
• Maintain calcium and vitamin D intake

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is Womazol Tablet used for?
A. Womazol Tablet is used to treat hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women by lowering estrogen levels.

Q. Can Womazol Tablet be used in men?
A. It is not commonly prescribed for men. Use in males should only be under the supervision of a specialist.

Q. Does Womazol Tablet cause bone loss?
A. Yes, long-term use can lead to bone thinning. Regular bone density checks and supplements may be necessary.

Q. Is Womazol Tablet a form of chemotherapy?
A. No, it is a hormonal therapy that works by reducing estrogen levels, unlike chemotherapy which targets rapidly dividing cells.

Q. What if I miss a dose of Womazol Tablet?
A. Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it’s near your next dose time, skip the missed one. Do not double up.