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Letrosym 2.5 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Letrosym 2.5 Tablet is a product of Symbion Lifescience

Composition: Letrozole (2.5mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 300

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All Details About Letrosym 2.5 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Letrosym 2.5 Tablet

Description:

Letrosym 2.5 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.

Letrosym 2.5 Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through the menopause.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Letrosym 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Letrosym

  • Weakness
  • Joint inflammation
  • Dizziness
  • Chubbyigue
  • Bone pain
  • Posterior pain
  • Night sweats
  • Joint pain
  • Nausea
  • Osteoporosis
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Weight gain
  • Hot flushes
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Diaphoresis
  • Bone fracture
  • Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Letrosym 2.5 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Letrosym 2.5 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Perceivek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Letrosym 2.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Letrosym 2.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Letrosym 2.5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet is recommended.
However, there is limited information on the use of this medicine in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult with your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Letrosym 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Why have I been prescribed Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 Tablet work?

Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 Tablet till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 Tablet followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.

If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

Affirmative, you can take irbesartan and Letrosym 2.5 Tablet together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Letrosym 2.5 Tablet may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.

Does Letrosym 2.5 Tablet affect vision?

Although it is very uncommon, Letrosym 2.5 Tablet may cause a cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.

My friend who is taking Letrosym 2.5 Tablet often sweats a lot. Is it because of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and severe skin reactions.

Does Letrosym 2.5 Tablet cause bone loss?

Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 Tablet for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?

As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Letrosym 2.5 Tablet is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

Why have I been prescribed Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 Tablet work?

Letrosym 2.5 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 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 the cancer from growing.

For how long should I take Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

If the breast tumor is in advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Letrosym 2.5 Tablet till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Letrosym 2.5 Tablet is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.

If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

Affirmative, you can take irbesartan and Letrosym 2.5 Tablet together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Letrosym 2.5 Tablet may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.

Does Letrosym 2.5 Tablet affect vision?

Although it is very uncommon but Letrosym 2.5 Tablet may cause cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.

My friend who is taking Letrosym 2.5 Tablet often sweats a lot. Is it because of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 Tablet?

The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Letrosym 2.5 Tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis and severe skin reactions.

Does Letrosym 2.5 Tablet cause bone loss?

Letrosym 2.5 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 Letrosym 2.5 Tablet for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?

As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Letrosym 2.5 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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