Who can take anastrozole
Most adults aged 18 years old and over can take anastrozole.
Who may not be able to take anastrozole
Anastrozole is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before starting to take it if you:
- have ever had an allergic reaction to anastrozole or any other medicine
- still have periods
- are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding
- have severe kidney or liver disease
- have been told you have fragile or brittle bones (osteoporosis)
- have an allergy to lactose