Is anastrozole a chemo drug?
Question posted by Pamela102205 on 6 June 2023
Last updated on 5 June 2023
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No.
"Anastrozole (Arimidex) is considered a hormone therapy rather than a chemotherapy medication. Unlike chemotherapy, which targets and kills cancer cells, anastrozole (Arimidex) works by stopping the growth of cancer cells."
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- Anastrozole uses and safety info
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- Side effects of Anastrozole (detailed)
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