Femara 2.5mg Tablet (Letrozole)
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Letrozole
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Overview
Femara 2.5mg Tablet is a hormone therapy based anticancer medicine with Letrozole as an active ingredient. It is used to treat hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It can also be used in patients with advanced stage breast cancer to prevent the tumor from spreading to other parts of the body. It works by lowering the amount of estrogen (female hormone) in the body to slow down or stop the growth of cancer cells. It should be taken in dose and duration as advice by the doctor. Don't take more than the recommended dose.
Indication
Breast Cancer
Side Effects
The human body reacts differently to the Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg). Response or undesired symptoms vary from individual to individual. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention.
Some of the common side effects of Femara 2.5mg:
● Weakness
● Joint inflammation
● Dizziness
● Fatigue
● Bone pain
● Back 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)
However, if the symptoms don't disappear with time or you have severe side effects, then consult your doctor immediately.
How To Use
Doctor determines the dosage and duration of Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg) as per the type & stage of cancer as well as age & overall health condition of the patients. Swallow it as a whole with water and don't chew, crush or break the tablet. This tablet may be taken with or without food. In case of an overdose of this tablet, contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately.
Reference
● Lamb, H. M., & Adkins, J. C. (1998). Letrozole: a review of its use in postmenopausal women with advanced breast cancer. Drugs, 56(6), 1125-1140.
● Finn, R. S., Martin, M., Rugo, H. S., Jones, S., Im, S. A., Gelmon, K., ... & Slamon, D. J. (2016). Palbociclib and letrozole in advanced breast cancer. New England journal of medicine, 375(20), 1925-1936.
● Dellapasqua, S., & Colleoni, M. (2010). Letrozole. Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology, 6(2), 251-259.
● Bhatnagar, A. S. (2007). The discovery and mechanism of action of letrozole. Breast cancer research and treatment, 105(Suppl 1), 7-17.
● Haynes, B. P., Dowsett, M., Miller, W. R., Dixon, J. M., & Bhatnagar, A. S. (2003). The pharmacology of letrozole. The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology, 87(1), 35-45.
Safety Advice
- ● Alcohol: Consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg) is usually doesn't show any major issues.
- ● Pregnancy: Do not take Femara 2.5mg Tablet without consulting the doctor in case of pregnancy, as it is an unsafe to take it during this period.
- ● Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding women should discuss the potential risks and benefits of the Femara 2.5mg Tablet with their healthcare provider before starting treatment.
- ● Driving: Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg) may cause side effects such as dizziness or lack of concentration, which could affect your ability to drive. So it's better to avoid driving.
- ● Kidney: Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg) is safe for use in kidney disease if prescribed by the doctor. No dosage adjustment is necessary for this Tablet.
- ● Liver: Share your medical history with the doctor before starting the Femara 2.5mg Tablet. Do not take it without consulting a doctor if you have any liver related issue.
FAQs
Can a patient with kidney related issue take Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg)?
Yes, it is safe to take Femara 2.5mg in kidney related conditions if prescribed by the doctor.
What are the common side effects of Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg)? What are the common side effects of Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg)?
Like any other medicine Femara 2.5mg also show some side effects such as weakness, joint inflammation, dizziness, fatigue, bone pain, back pain, night sweats, joint pain, nausea, etc.
What are the uses of Femara 2.5mg Tablet?
As per doctor's prescription Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg) prescribes to treat hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
Can I drive after taking Femara 2.5mg Tablet?
It is unsafe to drive after taking treatment with this medicine as lack of concentration or dizziness is the common side effect of Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg).
Which is the best time to take Femara 2.5mg Tablet(Letrozole 2.5mg)?
This tablet should be taken in exact dose as advice by the doctor at a fix time everyday to get a better result. However, it can be taken with or without food.
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