Aromatase inhibitors Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
give three aromatase inhibitors
A
anastrozole
letrozole
exemestane
2
Q
what do you use aromatase inhibitors for
A
breast cancer in post-menopausal women with ER+ve breast cancer
3
Q
how do aromatase inhibitors work
A
inhibit aromatase, which is an enzyme involved in oestrogen production from fat
4
Q
what are some side effects of aromatase inhibitors
A
hot flushes
joint + muscle pain
tiredness
bone thinning
5
Q
what baseline test do you need before starting on an aromatase inhibitor
A
DEXA scan
