Arimidex

Arimidex Overdosage

anastrozole

Manufacturer:

AstraZeneca

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Full Prescribing Info
Overdosage
There is limited clinical experience of accidental overdosage. In animal studies, anastrozole demonstrated low acute toxicity. Clinical trials have been conducted with various dosages of ARIMIDEX, up to 60mg in a single dose given to healthy male volunteers and up to 10mg daily given to postmenopausal women with advanced breast cancer; these dosages were well tolerated. A single dose of ARIMIDEX that results in life-threatening symptoms has not been established. There is no specific antidote to overdosage and treatment must be symptomatic.
In the management of an overdose, consideration should be given to the possibility that multiple agents may have been taken. Vomiting may be induced if the patient is alert. Dialysis may be helpful because ARIMIDEX is not highly protein bound. General supportive care, including frequent monitoring of vital signs and close observation of the patient, is indicated.
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