Letronat 2.5mg Tablet 30's

Letronat 2.5mg tablet is an anti-cancer drug that belongs to the class of aromatase inhibitors. It is indicated as adjuvant therapy following primary treatment or as first-line therapy for postmenopausal women with early and advanced breast cancer whose tumours are hormone receptor-positive. Since elevated estrogen levels are associated with breast cancer development, this medicine reduces female reproductive hormone levels by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is involved in estrogen production. This medicine aims to slow or halt the growth and spread to other body parts. Inform your physician if you have not attained menopause, as this medicine is not effective for premenopausal women. Since this medicine reduces female reproductive hormone levels, it is not advised for menstruating women as it is associated with fertility concerns. It is advised to monitor your cholesterol levels regularly as this medicine tends to elevate cholesterol. This medicine may also decrease bone mineral density. Hence, discuss with your physician and consider regular monitoring of your bone parameters. It is advised to use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 3 weeks after the last dose because Letronat 2.5mg tablet can cause foetal harm when administered.

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.

The growth of some cancers in breasts are stimulated by estrogens. Letronat 2.5mg Tablet is a nonsteroidal compound that inhibits estrogen production by blocking the enzyme aromatase. This medicine reduces the tumor size and stops or slows the progression of the disease, avoiding the reoccurring of early-stage breast cancer and improving the survival rate.

Take the Letronat 2.5mg tablet as your physician advises. Usually, the tablets will be taken with or without food. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious: Decreased red blood cells Decreased bone mineral density Fluid builds up in the lungs Common: Swelling in the face, eyes, feet, and legs Hot sweats and excessive sweating Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) Constipation Heart palpilations Hypertension Diarrhea Loss of appetite Nausea and Vomiting Muscle pain, bone pain, and joint stiffness Dizziness, tiredness, and sleepiness Breathing difficulty Arthralgia

Notify your doctor if you have hypersensitivity because this medication is contraindicated to such a medical condition. Inform your physician if you have osteoporosis or bone fractures, and periodic monitoring of bone mineral density is required while you are on Letronat 2.5mg tablet because this medicine can cause a decrease in the bone mineral density. Discuss with your doctor if you are planning for pregnancy, as this medicine shall impact the reproductive potential and might lead to fertility issues. Do not consume this medicine if you are still menstruating and have not yet gone through menopause. Report to your doctor if you are tolerant to any forms of sugar, as Letrozole Tablet contains lactose ingredients. If you missed a dose, do not take a double dose for the forgotten dose. Skip the missed dose and go with regular schedule.