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    medication that reduces estrogen production to treat breast cancer

    Anastrozole, also known by the brand name Arimidex, is a medication primarily used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It works by inhibiting the enzyme aromatase, which reduces the production of estrogen, a hormone that can promote the growth of certain types of breast cancer.

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