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Anti-cancer
Letrozol 2.5 mg
Letrozole 2.5 mg is a hormonal therapy medicine that belongs to the class of aromatase inhibitors.
It works by reducing estrogen levels in the body, which helps slow or stop the growth of certain types of breast cancer that require estrogen to grow.
Product Details
Uses & Benefits
- Used in the treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women, as prescribed by an oncologist.
- May be used as adjuvant therapy after surgery to reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence in appropriate patients.
- May also be used under specialist supervision to induce ovulation in women with certain ovulatory disorders as part of fertility treatment.
- Works by reducing the production of estrogen in the body, which can help control the growth of certain hormone-sensitive cancer cells.
Dosage & Administration
- The usual dose for breast cancer treatment is 2.5 mg once daily, or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Take the tablet with or without food.
- Take it at approximately the same time each day.
- Swallow the tablet with water.
- Do not change the dose or stop treatment without consulting your doctor.
Precautions
- For breast cancer treatment, Letrozole is generally used in postmenopausal women. Use in other patients should only be under specialist supervision.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, osteoporosis, high cholesterol, or heart-related conditions.
- Long-term treatment may affect bone mineral density; your doctor may recommend bone-density monitoring.
- Common side effects may include:
- Hot flashes
- Fatigue or weakness
- Joint or muscle pain
- Headache
- Nausea
- Increased sweating
- Mood changes
- Inform your doctor about all medicines and supplements you are taking.
- Letrozole should not be used during pregnancy unless specifically directed by a specialist. Discuss pregnancy and breastfeeding with your doctor before treatment.
Storage
- Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.
- Protect from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
- Keep the medicine in its original packaging.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use after the expiry date.
Manufacturer’s Note
Letrozole 2.5mg Tablets are prescription medicines used primarily for the management of certain hormone-sensitive breast cancers in postmenopausal women. In specific cases, Letrozole may also be prescribed by fertility specialists for ovulation induction. Always use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or healthcare provider.
