LETERO 2.5MG TABLET


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Salt Composition

:     LETROZOLE

Manufacturer

:     HETERO HEALTHCARE LTD

Origin of Medicine

:     India

Indication

:     breast cancer in postmenopausal women

Packaging

:     10 Tablet(S) In A Strip

Dosage Form

:     Tablet

MRP

  :     ₹79

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LETERO 2.5MG contains Letrozole which belongs to the group of medicines called Hormonal Chemotherapeutic agents/ aromatase inhibitor.

LETERO 2.5MG may be used alone or with other treatments, such as surgery or radiation. It can also be used in patients with advanced breast cancer to stop the tumor from spreading to other parts of the body. Fempro Tablet is also helpful in the treatment of infertility.

The dose and frequency depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed..

Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

MEDICINAL USE OF LETERO 2.5MG TABLET

LETERO 2.5MG is a hormonal chemotherapy medicine. It contains letrozole which is an aromatase inhibitor. It acts by blocking the actions of an enzyme called aromatase in the body which is involved in the production of estrogen (a female sex hormone). This suppresses the release of excessive estrogen in the body that triggers breast cancer. As a result, it slows down or stops the cancer from growing and spreading to other parts of the body.

  • First and second-line treatment of postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.
  • Supportive to standard treatment for postmenopausal women with early breast cancer.
  • Treatment for unknown advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
  • Extended supportive therapy for postmenopausal women with early breast cancer who have already taken other anti-cancer medication.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LETERO 2.5MG TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.

  • Hot flushes
  • Feeling weak or tired
  • Increased sweating
  • Joint pain, muscle pain
  • Skin rash
  • Headache, dizziness
  • Nausea, vomiting, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, loss of appetite, stomach pain
  • Swelling of arms, hands, feet, ankles, weight gain
  • Depression
  • Hair loss, dry skin
  • Vaginal bleeding
  • Palpitations (rapid heartbeat)
  • High blood cholesterol levels
  • Feeling anxious, nervous or irritated
  • Drowsiness
  • Memory problems, insomnia (lack of sleep)
  • Pain or burning sensation in the hands or wrist (carpal tunnel syndrome)
  • Impaired sensation of touch, tingling or numbness
  • Vaginal discharge or dryness
  • Breast pain
DOSAGE OF LETERO 2.5MG TABLET
  • The recommended dosage of Letro Capsules and Tablets is 600 mg orally, once daily, in combination with a protease inhibitor and/or nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). The recommended dose of Fempro tablets is one 2.5 mg tablet administered once a day.
  • The recommended dose of LETERO 2.5MG is one 2.5 mg tablet administered once a day.
  • Try not to skip a dose of LETERO 2.5MG. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
Ques 1: How does LETERO 2.5MG tablet work?

Ans :LETERO 2.5MG tablet is an anti-estrogen medication. It reduces estrogen levels in your body by inhibiting the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for estrogen production. Estrogen stimulates the growth of certain types of breast cancer in your body. Reduced estrogen production may prevent cancer from spreading.

Ques 2: Can LETERO 2.5MG cause mood changes?

Ans :Mood changes, such as depression or anxiety, are not common side effects of LETERO 2.5MG. However, if you experience any changes in mood while taking LETERO 2.5MG, it's important to talk to your doctor.

Ques 3: What are the serious side effects of the LETERO 2.5MG tablet?

Ans :The serious side effects do not occur in everyone; very few people experience them. The serious side effects of the LETERO 2.5MG tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and fluid build-up in the lungs.

Ques 4: Is it better to take LETERO 2.5MG in the morning or at night?

Ans :You can take LETERO 2.5MG in the morning, midday, or evening with or without food, but you should take it at about the same time each day.

Ques 5: How often should I have my bone density checked while taking LETERO 2.5MG?

Ans :LETERO 2.5MG can increase the risk of bone fractures in some people, so it's important to have regular bone density checks while taking the medication. Your doctor will recommend how often you should have these checks.

Ques 6: How long is LETERO 2.5MG taken?

Ans :The length of time a person takes LETERO 2.5MG depends on their individual situation and the recommendation of their doctor. Treatment may last for several years.