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Arimidex no longer listed on pbsmedecines
Hi everyone. Just went to the chemist to pickup my script for arimidex(I’ve been on it for the last 3 years).:The. Chemist informed me it’s no longer listed on the pbs and I will need to change my scr...
Hi @Helen22
As June1952, Arpie and cranky_granny expressed above; we are aware that AstraZeneca have taken their product Arimidex off the market as of 1 June 2024.
The active ingredient in Arimidex is anastrozole which is one of the 3 aromatase inhibitors (AI’s) used in breast cancer treatment, usually used as adjuvant therapy for 5-10 years. However, there are generic versions of this drug so there shouldn't be any implications for you.
It just means that you will need to swap to a different brand. In this case, the Arimidex branded anastrozole will no longer be available, but other generic brands of anastrozole will still be available.
If you are unsure please chat with your treating team