Letrozole is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The right dosage of Letrozole depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Letrozole include Hot Flashes, Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint). While these are the most often observed Letrozole side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Letrozole are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Letrozole has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Letrozole has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Letrozole related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Letrozole since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Letrozole contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Letrozole may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Letrozole is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Letrozole 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 Letrozole safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Letrozole. If you are pregnant, do not take Letrozole without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Letrozole safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Letrozole. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Letrozole on the Kidneys?
Letrozole may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Letrozole on the Liver?
Letrozole may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Letrozole on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Letrozole. 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.
Letrozole 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 Letrozole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Letrozole habit forming or addictive?
Letrozole does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Letrozole can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Letrozole only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Letrozole is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Letrozole
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Letrozole with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Letrozole
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Letrozole with alcohol will be.
No, Letrozole is not a steroid. It contains letrozole which is a nonsteroidal competitive inhibitor of the aromatase enzyme.
Yes, Letrozole and metformin can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Letrozole along with metformin.
No, Letrozole 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.
Yes, Letrozole may cause breast pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind breast pain is not known. If you are experiencing excessive breast pain then discuss it with your doctor.
No, Letrozole does not cause hair loss but it might cause hair thinning because it affects the estrogen levels in the body which is presumed to play a protective role against hair loss.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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