Do NOT use Aromasin if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Aromasin
- you have not undergone menopause
- you are pregnant or breast-feeding
- you are taking any medicines that contain estrogen (eg, birth control pills, hormone replacement therapy)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Aromasin:
Some medical conditions may interact with Aromasin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have liver or kidney problems, osteoporosis (weak bones), or heart problems
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Aromasin. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Carbamazepine, estrogens (eg, birth control pills, hormone replacement therapy), phenobarbital, phenytoin, rifampin, or St. John’s wort because they may decrease Aromasin’s effectiveness
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Aromasin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Aromasin:
Use Aromasin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- An extra patient leaflet is available with Aromasin. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
- Take Aromasin by mouth after a meal at the same time every day.
- Continue to take Aromasin even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses
- If you miss a dose of Aromasin, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Aromasin.
Important safety information:
- Aromasin may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Aromasin with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
- It may take several weeks for Aromasin to work.
- Lab tests, including complete blood cell counts, liver function, or bone density, may be performed while you use Aromasin. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Aromasin should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Aromasin has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Aromasin while you are pregnant. It is not known if Aromasin is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Aromasin.
Possible side effects of Aromasin:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Anxiety; back, joint, muscle, or limb pain; constipation; coughing; diarrhea; dizziness; fatigue; flu-like symptoms; hair loss; headache; hot flashes; increased or decreased appetite; increased sweating; joint pain; nausea; stomach pain or upset; tiredness; trouble sleeping; weight gain; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; confusion; depression; numbness of an arm or leg; numbness or tingling in the skin, hands, or feet; one-sided weakness; severe or sudden bone pain; severe stomach pain; shortness of breath; sudden, severe dizziness, headache, vomiting, or fainting; sudden, unusual weight gain; swelling of the hands, legs, or feet; vision or speech changes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact your local Poison Control or emergency room immediately.
Proper storage of Aromasin:
Store Aromasin at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Aromasin out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Aromasin, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Aromasin is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Aromasin. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.