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Etcamah

Camizestrant

What is Etcamah used for?

This medication is used in combination with another medication to treat certain types of breast cancer. Breast cancer cells need the hormone estrogen to grow. Camizestrant works by reducing the ability of these cancer cells to respond to estrogen. This effect helps slow or stop their growth.

CHEMICAL NAME

Camizestrant (KAM-i-ZES-trant)

DRUG TYPE

Cancer

Etcamah Frequently Asked Questions

When used in combination with another medication (ribociclib), this medication may cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). QT prolongation can rarely cause serious (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms (such as severe dizziness, fainting) that need medical attention right away.

The risk of QT prolongation may be increased if you have certain medical conditions or are taking other drugs that may cause QT prolongation. Before using camizestrant, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the drugs you take and if you have certain heart problems (heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in the EKG), or family history of certain heart problems (QT prolongation in the EKG, sudden cardiac death).

Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This risk may increase if you use certain drugs (such as diuretics/"water pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about using camizestrant safely.

To lower your risk, your doctor will order certain blood tests (potassium/magnesium levels) and a heart test (EKG) before and during treatment with camizestrant. Get medical help right away if you have slow/fast/irregular heartbeat, severe dizziness, or fainting.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Etcamah Dosage and Form Information