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Femara (2.5mg) 30 Tablets
- Manufacturer Novartis Pharma Limited
- Generic Name Letrozole
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Product Information
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Description
Letrozole is a non-steroidal type 2 aromatose inhibitor which blocks the active site. This competitive inhibition prevents the conversion of androgens to estrogen. This reduces the availability of estrogen causing the estrogen-dependant tumors to regress.
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Ingredients
Letrozole -
Drug Class
Non-steroidal aromatase inhibitors
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Dosage Form
Tablet -
Uses
Used to treat:
- postmenopausal women with hormone receptor positive early breast cancer
- breast cancer in postmenopaual women who have previously been treated with tamoxifen
- advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women
- prevent cancer from recurrence
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Dosage
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
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In case of Overdose
You may feel sick and have blurred vision with faster heartbeats in case of overdose. Seek medical help immediately
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Missed Dose
In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. Skip it if it is nearly time for your next dose
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How To Use
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily.
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When Not to Use
Not to be used in:
- premenopausal women
- pregnant or lactating women
- hypersensitivity to the drug
- hepatically impaired women
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Side Effects
Side effects include:
- hot flashes
- hair loss
- tiredness
- unusual sweating
- nausea and diarrhea
- bone pain
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Precautions & Warnings
Precautions include:
- Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs, women who are pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the tablets.
- This medication increases the risk of bone loss
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Drug Interactions
Interactions can occur with:
- estrogens
- estrogen blockers
- tibolone
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Storage/Disposal
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keep away from children
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Control Drug
No
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Quick Tips, if any
Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet.
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