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anastrozole · Medicine question

Can anastrozole (Arimidex) cause joint pain or stiffness?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Yes, joint pain and stiffness are very common adverse reactions to anastrozole (Arimidex), affecting at least 1 in 10 people.

Sources for this answer

Arimidex 1mg Film-Coated TabletAstraZeneca UK Limited · emc · SmPC §4.8 Undesirable effects · Version 31Document updated 27 August 2026

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