Fulvestrant
Key points
- FULVESTRANT (Faslodex®) blocks the effects of the estrogen hormone in the body and is used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
- Fulvestrant is given as a deep injection(s) into the buttock once monthly.
- Notify your prescriber or health care professional if you are unable to keep an appointment.
- Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including nonprescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products.
Fulvestrant injection
What is fulvestrant injection ? FULVESTRANT (Faslodex®) blocks the effects of the estrogen hormone in the body and is used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Generic fulvestrant injection is not yet available.
What should my health care professional know before I take fulvestrant?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- blood disorders
- liver disease
- low platelet counts
- an unusual or allergic reaction to fulvestrant, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I take this medicine?
Fulvestrant is given as a deep injection(s) into the buttock once monthly. It is usually administered in a hospital or clinic setting by a healthcare professional. It also may be given by a trained nurse as part of home healthcare services.
What if I miss a dose?
It is important not to miss a dose. Notify your prescriber or health care professional if you are unable to keep an appointment.
What drug(s) may interact with fulvestrant?
- medicines called "blood thinners" such as warfarin (Coumadin®)
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including nonprescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also, tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What side effects may I notice from taking fulvestrant?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
- skin rash
- sore throat
- vaginal bleeding
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
- back pain
- bone pain
- constipation
- diarrhea
Written and revised by
Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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