STRANTAS 250MG PREFILLED SYPINGE

Overview

STRANTAS 250MG PREFILLED SYPINGE is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

STRANTAS 250MG PREFILLED SYPINGE is composed of: FULVESTRANT (250.0 MG)

Fulvestrant is a prescription medication used to treat certain types of breast cancer in post-menopausal women. Fulvestrant belongs to a group of drugs called estrogen receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the activity of estrogen in breast tissue which stops the cancer from growing.This medication comes in an injectable form. It is given directly into the muscle of the buttock by a healthcare provider. For women who have not gone through menopause, fulvestrant is given together with another medicine called palbociclib to treat advanced HER2-negative breast cancer that has progressed or spread.

Usage

FULVESTRANT is generally used to treat: Postmenopause Period, Breast Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Precautions for STRANTAS 250MG PREFILLED SYPINGE and its Constituents


  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as benzyl alcohol), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of liver disease, bleeding problems, low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia).
  • This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.
  • Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using fulvestrant. Fulvestrant may harm an unborn baby. A pregnancy test should be done within 7 days of starting this medication. Do not use birth control that contains estrogen. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication.
  • It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug and for 1 year after stopping treatment is not recommended.

Common Side-Effects

FULVESTRANT : Face Swelling, Arms Swelling, Hands Swelling, Legs Swelling, Feet Swelling, Weight Gain, Weight Loss (unintentional)

Serious Side-Effects

FULVESTRANT : Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

FULVESTRANT is categorized as:
  • ESTROGEN RECEPTOR ANTAGONISTS / HORMONES
  • HORMONES/ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Available Alternatives for STRANTAS 250MG PREFILLED SYPINGE

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FASLODEX 250MG INJINR 42200 for 5 ML INJECTIONFULVESTRANT 250.0 MG
FULVIGLEN 250MG PREFILLED SYPINGEINR 19714.28 for 5 ML PREFILLED SYRINGEFULVESTRANT 250.0 MG
STRANTAS 250MG PREFILLED SYPINGEINR 20000 for 5 ML PREFILLED SYRINGEFULVESTRANT 250.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

FASLODEX 500MG INJINR 25573 for 5 ML INJECTIONFULVESTRANT 50 MG/ML
FULVENAT 120MG INJINR 18000 for 1 INJECTIONFULVESTRANT 120.0 MG
FULVENAT 250MG INJINR 18000 for 1 INJFULVESTRANT 50 MG/ML
FULVESTRANTFULVESTRANT
FULVETRAZ 50MG INJINR 24000 for 5 ML INJECTIONFULVESTRANT 50.0 MG