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Medicines anastrozoleQuestion & answer

anastrozole · Medicine question

Can anastrozole weaken bones?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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Answer

Yes. Lower oestrogen can reduce bone mineral density and increase fracture risk, so bone health may need assessment and monitoring.

Sources for this answer

Anastrozole 1 mg, film-coated tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 2
NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance

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