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Foliripe is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The correct dosage of Foliripe depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Foliripe are Hot Flashes, Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Foliripe as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Foliripe normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Foliripe has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Foliripe's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Foliripe since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Foliripe contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Foliripe have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Foliripe, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Foliripe 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 Foliripe safe for pregnant women?
Foliripe shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Foliripe safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Foliripe. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Foliripe on the Kidneys?
Foliripe has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Foliripe on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Foliripe. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Foliripe only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Foliripe on the Heart?
Foliripe can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Foliripe 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 Foliripe unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Foliripe habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Foliripe.
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 Foliripe can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Foliripe is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Foliripe is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Foliripe
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Foliripe together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Foliripe
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Foliripe with alcohol.
Yes, Foliripe might be used in the treatment of endometriosis along with other drugs but generally, it is not preferred as the first-line drug of choice for endometriosis.
Foliripe contains letrozole that works in breast cancer by blocking an enzyme (aromatase) which prevents the conversion of androgens (androstenedione and testosterone) to estrogens (estrone and estradiol) due to this levels of estrogen hormones drop in the body. The decrease in hormone levels leads to a reduction in tumor mass or delays the progression of tumor growth in some women. For an ovulation (infertility), it is presumed that Foliripe works by increasing the sensitivity of ovary to follicular stimulating hormone (FSH) and also low level of estrogen hormones in the blood is detected by the brain which in turn increases the production of a follicular stimulating hormone (FSH) which causes induction of ovulation.
No, Foliripe should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Foliripe does not contain HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) but it can stimulate the release of HCG in the body. Foliripe contains letrozole which is used for the treatment of female infertility and breast cancer.
Yes, Foliripe and metformin can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Foliripe along with metformin.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 758
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 314-315
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Femara (letrozole)