Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet
Rx RequiredSalt Composition: Letrozole
Expiry Date: 01/2028
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30 Tablet
About The Product
Breast Cancer, Women Fertility
Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat hormone-dependent breast cancer in postmenopausal women. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Description
Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause. The active ingredient of the Letronat is Letrozole which belongs to the drug class of aromatase inhibitor.
It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Letronat Tablet works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor.
In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor.
This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine.
Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine.
So do not stop taking this tablet until your doctor says to do so.
Side Effects
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Letronat Tablet are mentioned below:
Fever
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Fracture
Hair loss
Headache
Confusion
Depression
Hot flushes
Dehydration
Constipation
Osteoporosis
Body Sensation
Heavy sweating
Abdominal Pain
High cholesterol
Nausea and vomiting
Weakness & Dizziness
Low White Blood cell Counts
Skin rashes, itching, and irritation
How To Use
- Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally.
- It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.
How It Works
Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of aromatase inhibitor. The enzyme aromatase, which aids in the female body's production of the hormone estrogen, is inhibited by this drug.
Inhibiting the enzyme slows and finally stops the release of estrogen. It destroys the cancer cells and prevents them from proliferating in this way.
Safety Advice
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.
Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet.
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet.
Inform your doctor before starting Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
Missed Doses
- It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet.
- In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
- Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one.
- Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Quick Tips
It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Letronat Tablet. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Letronat 2.5 mg. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function, cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) at proper intervals after taking Letronat Tablet.
In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Letronat, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.
If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet, like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to Inform your doctor as soon as possible.
FAQs
Letronat 2.5 mg Tablet converts into 5-fluorouracil (chemical) after intake and restricts the formation of RNA and DNA in the cancer cells.
In this way, it slows down the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
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