What is Fulvestrant Used in the Treatment of?

Fulvestrant injection 250mg is a medication used for the treatment of hormone receptor- positive, advanced breast cancer. It reduces the production of estrogen and slows the cancer growth in menopausal women. It is also known as selective estrogen receptor degraders (SERDs).

Usage guidelines

The Fulvestrant 250mg is administrated directly into the muscle so it’s known as intramuscular injection. It is usually given in the area of buttocks. The dosage of a drug will be given to an individual by the doctor depending upon the health condition.

The typical dose of Fulvestrant is 500mg which is divided into 250mg injections on the same day each month.

Note, it is always recommended to receive the injection as per prescription on a given treatment schedule.

Safety measures

While using Fulvestrant Injection, it is important to take precaution to avoid side effects.

• Medical guidance :-

The administration of Fulvestrant should be taken by healthcare professional that has experience of dealing with breast cancer. It is recommended to assess the response of medication and adverse effects.

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding :-

If Fulvestrant get administrated to the pregnant women, it can cause serious effect in the developing fetus. Also, it is avoided to the breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk to the infant.

• Allergy & hypersensitivity :-

An allergy and insensitivity should be reported to the doctor about the medication to avoid  further health issues by an individual.

• Drug interactions :-

The drug fulvestrant should be given under supervision of healthcare professional to prevent the interaction from other health condition.

How much worth a fulvestrant 250mg injection ?

The price range of a Fulvestrant Injection 250mg depends upon the brand value, and composition. It may vary from one place to another according to the availability in a particular place.

The medicine may be pricy due to the added composition for the treatment of breast cancer in menopausal women.

Complication

• Nausea :-

An urge to vomit

• Headache:-

Pain around head or neck region.

• Hot flushes :-

A sudden feeling of warmth which often accompanied by sweating and redness in the upper body.

• Joint and muscle pain :-

Pain and discomfort around joint and muscles.

• Fatigue:-

Feeling od tiredness , lack of energy.

FAQs ( Frequently asked questions )

1. Is Fulvestrant safe for everyone ?

It is prohibited to pregnant and breastfeeding women and an individual who got allergy after administration of injection.

• Are Fulvestrant injections cheap ?

No, The composition of injection makes the medicine little bit costly for the treatment of breast cancer.