Letrogest 5mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Letrogest 5mg Tablet

Letrozole(5mg)

food interaction for Letrogest Tablet

alcohol interaction for Letrogest Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Letrogest Tablet

lactation interaction for Letrogest Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Letrogest 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Letrogest 5mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Letrogest 5mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Letrogest 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Letrogest 5mg Tablet

Letrozole(5mg)

Letrogest tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of breast cancer.

How letrogest tablet works

Letrogest 5mg Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This decrease in estrogen can slow down or stop the growth of some breast cancers that need estrogen to grow.

Common side effects of letrogest tablet

Dizziness, Breast pain, Vaginal irritation, Lymphedema, Second primary malignant neoplasm, Transient ischemic attacks, Fatigue, Weakness, Vaginal bleeding, Vomiting, Bone pain, Constipation, Back pain, Night sweats, Joint pain, Nausea, Osteoporosis, Pain, Joint inflammation, Muscle pain, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Peripheral edema, Hair loss, Weight gain, Hot flushes, Edema (swelling), Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Diaphoresis, Weight loss, Brain hemorrhage, Thromboembolism, Thrombotic stroke, Bone fracture, Urinary tract infection, Chest pain, Decreased appetite, Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol), Headache, Diarrhea, Depression, High blood pressure, Angina pectoris, Heart failure, Cerebrovascular accident, Cough, Shortness of breath, Heart attack, Infection, Influenza, Hemiparesis (weakness on one side of the body), Lethargy, General discomfort, Reduction in bone density, Renal dysfunction, Ischemic heart disease, Ovarian cysts, Endometrial hyperplasia, Endometrial carcinoma (cancer of uterus), Low blood platelets

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Expert advice FOR Letrogest Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Letrozole for the treatment of breast cancer.
  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Letrozole affects you.
  • It may cause increased sweating and hot flushes. Try to keep cool by wearing light and airy clothes.
  • Your doctor may monitor your cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) regularly as Letrozole can alter their levels.
  • Do not take Letrozole if you are pregnant or breastfeeding 

Frequently asked questions FOR Letrogest 5mg Tablet

Letrozole

Q. Why have I been prescribed Letrogest 5mg Tablet?
Letrogest 5mg Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It is generally prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who no longer have periods, either due to menopause or after surgery or chemotherapy.
Q. How does Letrogest 5mg Tablet work?
Letrogest 5mg Tablet is also known as an anti-estrogen drug. It is called so because it acts by reducing the production of estrogen in your body by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the production of estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of certain types of breast cancer in your body. These cancers are called "estrogen-dependent cancers". Reducing the production of estrogen may prevent cancer from growing.
Q. For how long should I take Letrogest 5mg Tablet?
If the breast tumor is in the advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Letrogest 5mg Tablet till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Letrogest 5mg Tablet is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until the tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Letrogest 5mg Tablet followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.
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Q. If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Letrogest 5mg Tablet?
Yes, you can take irbesartan and Letrogest 5mg Tablet together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Letrogest 5mg Tablet may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.
Q. Does Letrogest 5mg Tablet affect vision?
Although it is very uncommon, Letrogest 5mg Tablet may cause a cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.
Q. My friend who is taking Letrogest 5mg Tablet often sweats a lot. Is it because of Letrogest 5mg Tablet?
This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Letrogest 5mg Tablet. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Letrogest 5mg Tablet. However, in some people, the flushes and sweats may continue during the treatment and stop a few months after the treatment finishes. You can consult your doctor who will provide you a remedy if it is very bothersome.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Letrogest 5mg Tablet?
The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Letrogest 5mg Tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and severe skin reactions.
Q. Does Letrogest 5mg Tablet cause bone loss?
Letrogest 5mg Tablet may cause thinning or wasting of your bones (osteoporosis), which is due to the decrease in estrogen levels in your body. Your doctor may decide to measure your bone density (a way of monitoring for osteoporosis) before, during and after treatment.
Q. Can I take Letrogest 5mg Tablet for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?
As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Letrogest 5mg Tablet is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

Content on this page was last updated on 25 April, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)