FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection is used for the treatment of hormone-related breast cancer. It is indicated for post-menopausal women with metastatic breast cancer. In most of the cases, the drug is used in combination with other anti-cancer drugs.

FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection may also be prescribed for other conditions as determined by the doctor.

A hormone called oestrogen stimulates the growth of certain types of cancers. FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection belongs to the class of drugs called anti-oestrogens. The drug acts by downregulating the oestrogen mechanisms, which inhibits the growth of breast cancer cells.

The dosage and the drug form depends on the age, weight and medical condition of an individual.

FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection is available in the form of an injection. Therefore, it should be administered only under the supervision of a healthcare provider.

If you miss a dose of FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection , consult your doctor immediately.

Warfarin is the only drug known to interact with FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection . Consult your doctor for potential drug interactions.

The following are the most common side effects of FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection :

• Arthralgia
• Back pain
• Bone pain
• Headache
• Inflammation at the injection site
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation

The following are the severe side effects and you may require immediate medical attention:

• Rapid weight gain
• Shortness of breath
• Swelling of face, arms, hands and feet

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Please consult your doctor to know more about other possible side effects.

• Avoid using FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Seek doctors advice before taking any other drug or herbal products while on FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection
• Be cautious while taking FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection if you have any kidney or liver impairment.
• Avoid using FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection medication if you have any bleeding disorders.

• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection .
• Inform the doctor if you are taking any other drugs, OTC medications, herbal products or nutritional supplements.
• Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing liver disease, kidney disease, or osteoporosis.
• Inform your doctor about the current menstrual condition.

1. How should FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection be stored?

FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection should be refrigerated (2 8^OC). Keep the medicine away from direct sunlight.

2. How long can I take FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection ?

FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection should be used for prescribed duration. Please consult your doctor if the course is completed.

3. How is FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection therapy given?

FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection is administered into the muscles of the buttocks as two 5 mL injections. The usual dose of FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection is 500 mg on days 1, 15, and 29 and followed by once in a month.

4. Is it safe to alter the dose of the FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection ?

No, FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection dose depends on the complexity of breast cancer. Therefore, altering the dose is not advised.

5. How much time does FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection take to show its effect?

The drug, FULVIGLEN 250mg Injection takes about one month to show its effect.