Armilon Information

Armilon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.

The right dosage of Armilon depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Armilon as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Armilon are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Armilon has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Armilon related warnings talks about Armilon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Armilon have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Armilon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Armilon is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Armilon Benefits & Uses
Armilon Dosage & How to Take
Armilon Side Effects
Armilon Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Armilon with Other Drugs
Armilon Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Armilon
Armilon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Armilon Benefits & Uses

Armilon is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer

Armilon Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given till tumor progression
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For postmenopausal women, given till tumor progression

Armilon Related Warnings

Is the use of Armilon safe for pregnant women?

Armilon shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Armilon safe during breastfeeding?

Armilon should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Armilon on the Kidneys?

Armilon rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Armilon on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Armilon. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Armilon on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Armilon. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Armilon with Other Drugs

Armilon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Thalidomide

Conjugated Estrogens

Moderate

Ethinyl Estradiol

Norethindrone

Estradiol

Ethinyl Estradiol,Drospirenone

Ethinyl Estradiol,Levonorgestrel

Norethisterone

Armilon Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Armilon unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
High Cholesterol
Liver Disease
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Armilon

Is this Armilon habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Armilon has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Armilon since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Armilon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Armilon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Armilon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Armilon

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Armilon together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Armilon

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Armilon with alcohol.

Unknown