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Breast Cancer

Breast cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the breast grow uncontrollably and form a tumour that can spread. It often begins in milk ducts or lobules and becomes more likely with age.

Nolvadex

Tamoxifen

10mg · 20mg

Tamoxifen tablets for breast cancer. It blocks oestrogen from attaching to hormone-sensitive breast cancer cells.

From$0.67/ tabletView

Altraz

Anastrozole

1mg

Anastrozole tablets for breast cancer. It blocks the aromatase enzyme, cutting off the oestrogen supply that certain tumours depend on.

From$3.92/ tabletView

Evista

Raloxifene

60mg

Raloxifene tablets for postmenopausal osteoporosis and breast cancer. It mimics oestrogen in bone but opposes it in breast tissue.

From$0.80/ tabletView

Aromasin

Exemestane

25mg

Exemestane tablets for breast cancer. It lowers oestrogen levels in postmenopausal women by permanently blocking the aromatase enzyme.

From$3.56/ tabletView

Afinitor

Everolimus

5mg

Everolimus tablets for renal cell carcinoma and breast cancer. It blocks mTOR, a protein that controls cell growth and blood vessel formation in tumours.

From$43.64/ tabletView

Kisqali

Ribociclib

200mg

Ribociclib tablets for breast cancer. It blocks the signals that tell cancer cells to divide, slowing their spread.

From$93.60/ tabletView

Key points

  • Possible signs can include a breast lump, a change in breast shape, skin changes or an unusual nipple discharge.
  • Risk factors can include family history, inherited gene changes and some hormonal or lifestyle factors.
  • Assessment may use imaging and a tissue sample to identify the type of cancer.
  • Treatment can include surgery, radiotherapy and medicines, depending on the cancer and the person.

Medicines listed for breast cancer

The listed products contain Tamoxifen, Ribociclib, anastrozole, raloxifene, exemestane and everolimus. These medicines belong to different classes that act on hormone signalling or cell-growth pathways relevant to some forms of breast cancer.

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