Letowell 5SR Tablet 5.0 tablet sr in 1 strip

Last Updated: March 31st, 2026

Letowell 5SR Tablet is a product of A)Bajaj Formulations

Composition: Letrozole (5mg)

Pack of 5 tablet

₹ 225.00

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All Details About Letowell 5SR Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Letowell 5SR Tablet

Description:

Letowell 5SR Tablet helps treat breast cancer in post-menopausal women. It may be used alone or with other treatments, such as surgery or radiation. It can also be used in patients with advanced breast cancer to stop the tumor from spreading to other parts of the body.

Letowell 5SR Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit. The dose and frequency depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed.

The most common side effects of this medicine include hot flashes. If any other side effects bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. Your doctor may suggest ways to prevent or reduce these.

Earlier taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had liver or kidney disease, or have a history of osteoporosis (thinning or wasting of bones). Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor may perform some blood tests to check for vitamin D levels or bone density before and during treatment.

Uses:

Breast cancer

Directions For Use:

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Letowell 5SR Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Side Effects:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Letowell 5SR Tablet may be taken with or without food.Letowell 5SR Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This decrease in estrogen can slow down or stop the growth of some breast cancers that need estrogen to grow.

Warning & Precautions:

Letowell 5SR Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

FAQs:

Why have I been prescribed Letowell 5SR Tablet?

Letowell 5SR Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It is generally prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who no longer have periods, either due to menopause or after surgery or chemotherapy.

How does Letowell 5SR Tablet work?

Letowell 5SR Tablet is also known as an anti-estrogen drug. It is called so because it acts by reducing the production of estrogen in your body by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the production of estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of certain types of breast cancer in your body. These cancers are called "estrogen-dependent cancers". Reducing the production of estrogen may prevent cancer from growing.

For how long should I take Letowell 5SR Tablet?

If the breast tumor is in the advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Letowell 5SR Tablet till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Letowell 5SR Tablet is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until the tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Letowell 5SR Tablet followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.

If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Letowell 5SR Tablet?

Affirmative, you can take irbesartan and Letowell 5SR Tablet together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Letowell 5SR Tablet may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.

Does Letowell 5SR Tablet affect vision?

Although it is very uncommon, Letowell 5SR Tablet may cause a cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.

My friend who is taking Letowell 5SR Tablet often sweats a lot. Is it because of Letowell 5SR Tablet?

This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Letowell 5SR Tablet. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Letowell 5SR Tablet. However, in some people, the flushes and sweats may continue during the treatment and stop a few months after the treatment finishes. You can consult your doctor who will provide you a remedy if it is very bothersome.

What are the serious side effects of Letowell 5SR Tablet?

The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Letowell 5SR Tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and severe skin reactions.

Does Letowell 5SR Tablet cause bone loss?

Letowell 5SR Tablet may cause thinning or wasting of your bones (osteoporosis), which is due to the decrease in estrogen levels in your body. Your doctor may decide to measure your bone density (a way of monitoring for osteoporosis) before, during and after treatment.

Can I take Letowell 5SR Tablet for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?

As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Letowell 5SR Tablet is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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