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Fempro is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Breast Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Fempro depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Fempro include Hot Flashes, Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fempro can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fempro go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Fempro has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fempro has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fempro related warnings section.
Fempro is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fempro contraindications section.
Additionally, Fempro may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Fempro, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fempro is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Fempro safe for pregnant women?
Fempro shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Fempro safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Fempro. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Fempro on the Kidneys?
Fempro rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fempro on the Liver?
Fempro can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Fempro on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Fempro. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Fempro should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fempro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fempro habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fempro has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Fempro, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Fempro can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Fempro should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fempro is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fempro
There is no information on the effects of taking Fempro with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fempro
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fempro with alcohol.
Yes, Fempro and metformin can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Fempro along with metformin.
Take Fempro once daily or as advised by your doctor. It has been taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with osteoporosis, fracture, and improper liver function.
No, Fempro does not cause ovarian cysts. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, the possibility of ovarian cysts formation by this drug because of long-term use in high doses cannot be denied.
No, Fempro is not a steroid. It contains letrozole which is a nonsteroidal competitive inhibitor of the aromatase enzyme.
No, Fempro does not contain HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) but it can stimulate the release of HCG in the body. Fempro contains letrozole which is used for the treatment of female infertility and breast cancer.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Femara (letrozole)