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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:18 PM IST

About Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml belongs to the class of estrogen blockers used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops when the breast cells begin to grow abnormally.

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml contains Fulvestrant, which works by inhibiting some of the actions of estrogen (female sex hormone which may help cancer cells grow in women with breast cancer) and reducing the amount that is in the body. Thus, it helps in reducing breast cancer tumour growth.

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml may cause certain common side effects such as injection site reactions like pain and/or inflammation, weakness, nausea, tiredness, headache or joint and musculoskeletal pain. Most of these side effects of Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Fulvestrant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml is contraindicated for use during lactation. Avoid alcohol consumption while receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel tired or weak after receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml.

Uses of Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml

Breast cancer in postmenopausal women

Medicinal Benefits

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml contains Fulvestrant, used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Additionally, Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml may be used in combination with palbociclib to treat women with a type of breast cancer called hormone receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative breast cancer that is locally advanced or has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic).

Directions for Use

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml

  • Injection site reactions such as inflammation or pain
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Tiredness
  • Headache
  • Joint and musculoskeletal pain

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Fulvestrant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. Using effective contraception while being treated with Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml and for two years after the last dose is advised. Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml is contraindicated for use during lactation. Avoid alcohol consumption while receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel tired or weak after receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: If you are taking blood thinners, other anti-cancer medicines, tamoxifen or any medicine containing oestrogen (female sex hormone), inform your doctor.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have osteoporosis (loss of bone density), previous problems with blood clots, bleeding disorders or low numbers of platelets (which help blood clotting), and liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor before receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TAMOXIFEN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid fried and processed foods.
  • Include fibre-rich foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in your diet.
  • Avoid refined carbohydrates that are high in sugars.
  • Replace animal proteins (like eggs, fish, and meat) with vegetable protein sources (nuts, seeds, and beans).
  • Avoid drinking excess alcohol or caffeinated drinks, as they can worsen the symptoms.
  • Maintain a healthy weight and do moderate exercise regularly.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Breast cancer: It is a type of cancer that develops in the breast when the cells grow abnormally. The tumor cells invade other healthy breast cells and can travel to lymph nodes, a primary pathway for the cancer cells to move to other parts of the body. Symptoms include a lump in the breast or tissue thickening which feels different than the normal surrounding tissues, breast pain, redness, swelling, nipple discharge other than breast milk, bloody discharge, unexplained change in shape, size, or appearance of the breast, peeling, flaking or scaling of the skin, and a lump or swelling under the arm.

About Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml belongs to the class of estrogen blockers used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops when the breast cells begin to grow abnormally.

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml contains Fulvestrant, which works by inhibiting some of the actions of estrogen (female sex hormone which may help cancer cells grow in women with breast cancer) and reducing the amount that is in the body. Thus, it helps in reducing breast cancer tumour growth.

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml may cause certain common side effects such as injection site reactions like pain and/or inflammation, weakness, nausea, tiredness, headache or joint and musculoskeletal pain. Most of these side effects of Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Fulvestrant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml is contraindicated for use during lactation. Avoid alcohol consumption while receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel tired or weak after receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml.

Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

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Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml

Breast cancer in postmenopausal women

Medicinal Benefits

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml contains Fulvestrant, used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Additionally, Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml may be used in combination with palbociclib to treat women with a type of breast cancer called hormone receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative breast cancer that is locally advanced or has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic).

Side Effects of Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml

  • Injection site reactions such as inflammation or pain
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Tiredness
  • Headache
  • Joint and musculoskeletal pain

Directions for Use

Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Fulvestrant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. Using effective contraception while being treated with Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml and for two years after the last dose is advised. Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml is contraindicated for use during lactation. Avoid alcohol consumption while receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel tired or weak after receiving Fulvetraz 250mg Injection 5 ml.

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TAMOXIFEN

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid fried and processed foods.
  • Include fibre-rich foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in your diet.
  • Avoid refined carbohydrates that are high in sugars.
  • Replace animal proteins (like eggs, fish, and meat) with vegetable protein sources (nuts, seeds, and beans).
  • Avoid drinking excess alcohol or caffeinated drinks, as they can worsen the symptoms.
  • Maintain a healthy weight and do moderate exercise regularly.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

Breast cancer: It is a type of cancer that develops in the breast when the cells grow abnormally. The tumor cells invade other healthy breast cells and can travel to lymph nodes, a primary pathway for the cancer cells to move to other parts of the body. Symptoms include a lump in the breast or tissue thickening which feels different than the normal surrounding tissues, breast pain, redness, swelling, nipple discharge other than breast milk, bloody discharge, unexplained change in shape, size, or appearance of the breast, peeling, flaking or scaling of the skin, and a lump or swelling under the arm.

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