How many years is Fulvestrant usually used?

Fulvestrant (Fulvestrant) is an endocrine therapy drug commonly used to treat hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. The duration of its use may vary based on individual differences, disease status, response to treatment, and physician recommendations. Generally speaking, the duration of fulvestrant use is not fixed and is determined based on the patient's specific circumstances.

In some cases, fulvestrant may be used as part of a breast cancer treatment plan to control the growth and spread of the tumor. It may be used in first-line or late-stage treatment, often in combination with other drugs such as estrogens or CDK4/6 inhibitors to increase efficacy.

The duration of treatment may vary as the patient's condition changes. Some patients may remain sensitive to fulvestrant for months or years, maintaining disease control. However, over time, some patients' tumors may become resistant and the drugs may become less effective, necessitating consideration of other treatment options.

Therefore, the use time of fulvestrant is not fixed, but needs to be determined according to the patient's individual situation and treatment response under the guidance of a doctor. Doctors will evaluate whether fulvestrant needs to be continued or whether the treatment plan needs to be adjusted based on the patient's condition, clinical manifestations, and drug response. For any concerns regarding the use of fulvestrant or other anti-cancer drugs, patients are advised to have a detailed discussion and consultation with a medical professional to develop a treatment plan that is best suited for their situation.

Fulvestrant injection has been launched in China and has been included in medical insurance. Patients can buy it domestically. The price of domestically imported original drugs is around 5,000 to 6,000 yuan, while domestic drugs are slightly cheaper. For specific prices, please consult the local hospital pharmacy or the medical insurance bureau. There is only Fulvestrant's original drug abroad. The cheaper original drugs are mainly the Turkish original drug and the Indian version of the original drug. The price is around 1,000~2,000 yuan, and the ingredients and efficacy of the original drugs at home and abroad are the same.