Femara
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Femara
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We will deliver the Indian brand medicine based on availability.
Product Introduction:
Letrozole is a medication primarily used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It belongs to a class of drugs known as aromatase inhibitors, which work by reducing the production of estrogen in the body. It is commonly sold under the brand name Femara.
Uses:
- Treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women, either as an initial therapy or after other treatments have failed.
- Often prescribed to reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence.
Benefits:
- Effective in reducing estrogen levels, which can help slow or stop the growth of hormone receptor-positive breast cancers.
- May lower the risk of breast cancer recurrence when used as adjuvant therapy after surgery or other treatments.
Side Effects:
- Common side effects may include hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, joint pain, headache, dizziness, nausea, and muscle pain.
- Less common but more serious side effects may include bone fractures, osteoporosis, liver problems, and an increased risk of heart disease.
Safety Advice:
- Letrozole should only be used under the supervision of a healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer medications.
- It is typically recommended for postmenopausal women; premenopausal women should not use letrozole.
- Regular monitoring of bone density and cholesterol levels may be necessary during treatment.
- Letrozole may cause dizziness or fatigue, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
- Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use letrozole.
Interaction with Drugs:
- Letrozole may interact with other medications, including tamoxifen, estrogen-containing therapies, and certain antidepressants. It is essential to inform your doctor about all medications you are taking before starting letrozole.
- Some medications may decrease the effectiveness of letrozole, while others may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor will carefully consider potential drug interactions before prescribing letrozole.
More Information:
For more detailed information about letrozole, including dosage instructions, warnings, and precautions, you can visit the MedlinePlus page on Letrozole: Letrozole – MedlinePlus
Note :
- Do not put the quantity above 30 days. (eg. if prescription is 2 pills per day then you can purchase one month of supply of 60 pills)
- We will deliver medicine of Indian brand within 30 days of supply.
- Prescription and ID are required to purchase each Month of supply.
- If a doctor writes 30 days of medicines with 3 times refills then you can use the same prescription for 3 consecutive months for purchasing medicine using reorder option and uploading the same prescription and your ID 3 times.