Results for tag: "Formestane"

Formestane is an oncology drug used to treat breast cancer. It is a type of aromatase inhibitor, which works by blocking the production of estrogen in the body. This helps to reduce the growth of certain types of breast cancer cells that need estrogen to grow. Formestane is used in combination with other treatments, such as chemotherapy, radiation, and hormone therapy. It is available in both oral and injectable forms. Formestane is used to treat postmenopausal women with hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer. It is also used to reduce the risk of recurrence in postmenopausal women who have already been treated for early-stage breast cancer. Formestane is a widely used drug in the oncology market. It is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is available in many countries around the world. Some companies in the Formestane market include AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Novartis, and Eli Lilly. Show Less Read more