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Has anyone who has suffered side effects from Anastrazole tried the non-generic form, and found less side effects?

Thanks.

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Mmnyc

Hi there,

I was on the generic version for 8 months and experienced joint pain on my hands and fingers, wrist, knees.

My doctor gave me a 2 week break and put me on examestane, apparently my version is also a generic version. My body responded better.

If you have been on exemestane for more than 6 months talk to your oncologist to see if another pill is an option for you. You never know. Best of luck!

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Burningrock in reply to Mmnyc

Thank you. I have an appointment next week.

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luv2walk2

I do not have major side effects so far. Just an Intolerance to heat.

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Burningrock in reply to luv2walk2

Generic or non-generic?

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leonarde

I've been taking Anastrozole for two and a half years and have had no side effects as far as can tell.

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