OVERVIEW & USAGE
Brand Name: Letero
Generic Name: Letrozole
Manufacturer: Hetero
Dosage Form: Tablet
Strength: 2.5 mg
Composition: Letrozole
Packaging: 10 tablets (10 / strip)
Indication: Breast Cancer
Storage: Store at room temperature
Overview
Letero (Letrozole 2.5mg) tablet is used in the treatment of early breast cancer in postmenopausal women. This tablet belongs to the type of antineoplastic (cancer-fighting medications) known as nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitors. Letero tablets work by decreasing the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This decrease in estrogen can stop the growth of some breast cancers that need estrogen to grow. It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The recommended dose of Letero tablets is decided by a doctor according to your previous medical condition and response to the treatment.
Pharmacodynamics
Letrozole is an aromatase inhibitor used in the treatment of breast cancer. Aromatase inhibitors work by inhibiting the action of the enzyme aromatase, which converts androgens into estrogens by a process called aromatization. As breast tissue is stimulated by estrogens, decreasing their production is a way of suppressing the recurrence of breast tumor tissue. After the administration, the effect of this medicine can be observed in 2 to 6 weeks.
Usage Of Letrozole 2.5mg Tablet
This tablet is used in the treatment of certain types of breast cancer (hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause. Letro tablets work by reducing the production of breast cancer cells. Take this medicine with or without food orally once a day. Do not take this medicine in the wrong way as it may lead to some severe side effects. It is advisable not to change your regular dosing schedule without taking suggestions from your doctor. If you experience any signs and symptoms while receiving this medicine, inform your doctor immediately.
Interactions
Letero tablets can interact with other medications and it may increase the risk for side effects. Don’t forget to disclose and discuss your previous medical history with the doctor.
Medicine Interactions
- Clopidogrel
- Aprepitant
- Lorlatinib
- Thalidomide
Disease Interactions
- Osteoporosis
- Liver disease
- Cholesterol
Alcohol Interaction
- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Contraindications
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Letero.
- Letero (Letrozole 2.5mg) medicine is not recommended in patients known to be hypersensitive.
Substitutes
- Lytrol
- Oncolet
- Letpro
- Herlet