Information about Letrozole

Generic Name : Letrozole
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Letrozole are provided here.

Pronunciation : LET-roe-zole

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Letrozole, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y43.3 Therapeutic Classification : Chemotherapy

Trade Names/Brand Names of Letrozole

India :

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International :

Femara

Why is Letrozole Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an aromatase inhibitor, prescribed for breast cancer either alone or in combination with other medications. It kills cancer cells.

When should Letrozole not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in women who have experienced with premenopause, and for children; hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Letrozole?

The recommended dose is 2.5mg/day, orally, administered after chemotherapy for breast cancer.

How should Letrozole be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Letrozole?

•Inform your doctor about severe kidney, liver problem, bone diseases.

• It may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until knowing its effect.

• It is only for women who have experienced menopause and cannot become pregnant. Inform your doctor about your pregnancy and lactation.

What are the side effects of Letrozole?

Heart- Hypertension, chest pain, coronary heart disease, paralysis, strokes, heart attack, fluid accumulation in the lungs, vein inflammation, mini stroke and blood clot in veins.
Central Nervous System- Weakness, headache, dizziness, fatigue, sleeplessness, drowsiness, anxiety and depression.
Skin- Hot flushes, increased sweating, night sweats, rash, hair loss and itching.
Eye and ENT- Blurred vision.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain and loss of appetite.
Genitourinary- Breast pain, urinary tract infection, kidney disorder, vaginal bleeding and vaginal dryness.
Liver- Increased liver enzymes level.
Metabolic- High level of cholesterol in blood, increased weight and high calcium in blood.
Musculoskeletal- Joint pain, bone pain, back pain, limb pain, inflammation of joints, muscle pain, fracture and inflammation due to fracture.
Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing, cough and chest wall pain.
Miscellaneous- Swelling of leg, infections/infestations, influenza, pain and pleural effusion.