Letswin 5mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Letswin 5mg Tablet

Letrozole(5mg)

food interaction for Letswin Tablet

alcohol interaction for Letswin Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Letswin Tablet

lactation interaction for Letswin Tablet

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Letswin 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Letswin 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Letswin 5mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
UNSAFE
Letswin 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Letswin 5mg Tablet

Letrozole(5mg)

Letswin tablet uses

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

How letswin tablet works

Letswin 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 letswin tablet

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Expert advice FOR Letswin 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 Letswin 5mg Tablet

Letrozole

Q. Why have I been prescribed Letswin 5mg Tablet?
Letswin 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 Letswin 5mg Tablet work?
Letswin 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 Letswin 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 Letswin 5mg Tablet till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Letswin 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 Letswin 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 Letswin 5mg Tablet?
Yes, you can take irbesartan and Letswin 5mg Tablet together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Letswin 5mg Tablet may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.
Q. Does Letswin 5mg Tablet affect vision?
Although it is very uncommon, Letswin 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 Letswin 5mg Tablet often sweats a lot. Is it because of Letswin 5mg Tablet?
This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Letswin 5mg Tablet. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Letswin 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 Letswin 5mg Tablet?
The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Letswin 5mg Tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and severe skin reactions.
Q. Does Letswin 5mg Tablet cause bone loss?
Letswin 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 Letswin 5mg Tablet for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?
As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Letswin 5mg Tablet is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

Content on this page was last updated on 04 February, 2026, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)