Baritroz Tablet

Baritroz Tablet helps treat breast cancer in post-menopausal women. It may be used alone or with other treatments, such as surgery or radiation. It can also be used in patients with advanced breast cancer to stop the tumor from spreading to other parts of the body.

Baritroz Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through the menopause.

Breast cancer

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Baritroz Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Baritroz Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This decrease in estrogen can slow down or stop the growth of some breast cancers that need estrogen to grow.

Q: What if you forget to take Baritroz Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Baritroz Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.n

You have been prescribed Baritroz Tablet for the treatment of breast cancer.

It can be taken with or without food.

Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Baritroz Tablet affects you.

It may cause increased sweating and hot flushes. Try to keep cool by wearing light and airy clothes.

Your doctor may monitor your cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) regularly as Baritroz Tablet can alter their levels.

Do not take Baritroz Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Q. Why have I been prescribed Baritroz Tablet?

Baritroz Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It is generally prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who no longer have periods, either due to menopause or after surgery or chemotherapy.

Q. How does Baritroz Tablet work?

Baritroz Tablet is also known as an anti-estrogen drug. It is called so because it acts by reducing the production of estrogen in your body by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the production of estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of certain types of breast cancer in your body. These cancers are called “estrogen-dependent cancers”. Reducing the production of estrogen may prevent cancer from growing.

Q. For how long should I take Baritroz Tablet?

If the breast tumor is in the advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Baritroz Tablet till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Baritroz Tablet is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until the tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Baritroz Tablet followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.

Q. If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Baritroz Tablet?

Yes, you can take irbesartan and Baritroz Tablet together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Baritroz Tablet may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.

Q. Does Baritroz Tablet affect vision?

Although it is very uncommon, Baritroz Tablet may cause a cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.

Q. My friend who is taking Baritroz Tablet often sweats a lot. Is it because of Baritroz Tablet?

This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Baritroz Tablet. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Baritroz Tablet. However, in some people, the flushes and sweats may continue during the treatment and stop a few months after the treatment finishes. You can consult your doctor who will provide you a remedy if it is very bothersome.

Q. What are the serious side effects of Baritroz Tablet?

The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Baritroz Tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and severe skin reactions.

Q. Does Baritroz Tablet cause bone loss?

Baritroz Tablet may cause thinning or wasting of your bones (osteoporosis), which is due to the decrease in estrogen levels in your body. Your doctor may decide to measure your bone density (a way of monitoring for osteoporosis) before, during and after treatment.

Q. Can I take Baritroz Tablet for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?

As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Baritroz Tablet is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

Q. Why have I been prescribed Baritroz Tablet?

Baritroz Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It is generally prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who no longer have periods, either due to menopause or after surgery or chemotherapy.

Q. How does Baritroz Tablet work?

Baritroz Tablet is also known as an anti-estrogen drug. It is called so because it acts by reducing the production of estrogen in your body by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for production of estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of certain types of breast cancer in your body. These cancers are called “estrogen-dependent cancers”. Reducing the production of estrogen may prevent the cancer from growing.

Q. For how long should I take Baritroz Tablet?

If the breast tumor is in advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Baritroz Tablet till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Baritroz Tablet is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Baritroz Tablet followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.

Q. If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Baritroz Tablet?

Yes, you can take irbesartan and Baritroz Tablet together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Baritroz Tablet may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.

Q. Does Baritroz Tablet affect vision?

Although it is very uncommon but Baritroz Tablet may cause cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.

Q. My friend who is taking Baritroz Tablet often sweats a lot. Is it because of Baritroz Tablet?

This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Baritroz Tablet. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Baritroz Tablet. However, in some people the flushes and sweats may continue during the treatment and stop a few months after the treatment finishes. You can consult your doctor who will provide you a remedy if it is very bothersome.

Q. What are the serious side effects of Baritroz Tablet?

The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Baritroz Tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis and severe skin reactions.

Q. Does Baritroz Tablet cause bone loss?

Baritroz Tablet may cause thinning or wasting of your bones (osteoporosis), which is due to the decrease in estrogen levels in your body. Your doctor may decide to measure your bone density (a way of monitoring for osteoporosis) before, during and after treatment.

Q. Can I take Baritroz Tablet for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?

As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Baritroz Tablet is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

Night sweats

Bone pain

Cough

Shortness of breath

Fatigue

Weight gain

Hot flushes

Edema (swelling)

Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

Diaphoresis

Bone fracture

Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)

Joint pain

Back pain

Weakness

Dizziness

Nausea

Osteoporosis

Joint inflammation

Alcohol:SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Baritroz Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy:UNSAFE

Baritroz Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor’s advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding:UNSAFE

Baritroz Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

Baritroz Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Baritroz Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Baritroz Tablet is recommended.However, there is limited information on the use of this medicine in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult with your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Baritroz Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Baritroz Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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