Intex Pharma Letrozole 2.5mg x 60 tabs

What is Intex Pharma Letrozole?

Letrozole suppresses estrogen production by inhibiting the aromatase enzyme that converts androgens into estrogen in postmenopausal women. By lowering the estrogen levels, Letrozole prevents/ slows down the growth of breast tumors. It also prevents recurrence by shrinking existing breast tumors. Thus, Letrozole is often the first line of treatment for post menopausal women who test positive for hormone receptor positive or metastatic breast cancer. It is also used in post menopausal women who are suffering from advanced breast cancer after antiestrogen therapy. 

Each pack of Intex Pharma Letrozole contains 60 tablets of 2.5 mg each. It is for oral use only. 

Uses

The most common uses of Letrozole are:

• Breast cancer treatment
• Hormone regulation in women (lowering estrogen levels)
• Ovulation-related infertility treatment in women

Dosage

The usual dose for Letrozole is 2.5 mg once a day (to be taken orally). The duration and exact dosage will be prescribed by your doctor based on your medical requirements.

Letrozole is available as oral tablets. Swallow the medicine as per the prescribed dose with a cup of water. Take the drug only as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush, chew, break, or dissolve the tablets since this may hamper their efficacy. In the event that you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip and carry on. Do not take more than your prescribed dosage at any given time.

Side Effects

If you have been prescribed Letrozole, you may face some of the below side effects:

• Hot flashes
• Warmth or redness in your face or chest;
• Headache, dizziness, weakness
• Bone, muscle, or joint pain
• Swelling
• Weight gain
• Increased sweating
• Elevated cholesterol levels in your blood.
• Breast pain
• Flu symptoms
• Mental depression
• Edema

Note: Side effects and their extent from Letrozole will vary depending on the patient. Please consult your doctor if side effects persist or increase in severity.

Drug Interactions

Letrozole may interact with any of the drugs given below:

• Estradiol
• Tamoxifen
• Palifermin

Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any over-the-counter medicines or supplements.

Precautions

Before buying Intex Pharma Letrozole, make sure you have a valid prescription from your doctor. Do not take the drug in excess of the prescribed dose. Do not take double the dose in case of a missed dosage.

Inform your doctor if you are suffering from high cholesterol, heart problems, liver problems, osteopenia or osteoporosis, or menstrual periods. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to get pregnant.

Watch out for signs of severe side effects or a potential overdose. In case of a possible overdose, visit the doctor or the emergency room immediately.

Storage

Store Letrozole in a sealed container at room temperature (20 °C to 25 °C) in a cool, dry place. Do not refrigerate or expose the medicine to excess heat, light, moisture, or humidity, and keep the drug away from the reach of children and pets.