Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3213

USA Brand Name

Femara

Strength

2.5mg

Generic Name

Letrozole

Manufacturer

Novartis Pharma

## Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole)

## What Is The Generic Name For Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet:

Letrozole is the generic version for Femara 2.5 mg Tablet

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole):

Femara

## About Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole)

Femara 2.5 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Letrozole, which is used in the treatmentofbreast cancer and infertility due to anovulation. Breast canceristype of cancerwhich develops frombreasttissue. Symptoms of breast cancer compriselumpin the breast,dimplingof the skin, a change in breast shape, & fluid coming from the nipple, an inverted nipple, or a red/ scaly patch of skin. Anovulationoccurs when the ovaries do not release anoocyteduring amenstrual cycle. As a result, ovulation does not take place. However, a woman who does not ovulate at each menstrual cycle is not necessarily having menopause. Persistent anovulation is a common cause ofinfertility. This medicine is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores & must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Novartis India Ltd is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Femara 2.5 mg Tablet.

## Strength :

Femara 2.5 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Letrozole, which is available in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole):

Femara 2.5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Breast cancer

## How Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole) Works:

Femara 2.5 mg Tablet has an active ingredient; Letrozole is an aromatase inhibitor which works by decreasing the amount of estrogen (natural female hormone) produced in the body. This decline in estrogen can slow down or stop the growth of some breast cancers which need estrogen to grow. Additionally, it is also useful in infertility whereby this drug increases the release of certain hormones to stimulate the release of eggs from the ovaries.

## Before You Use Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Letrozole

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must be informed about your health history like your pre- existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole):

You should not take Femara 2.5 mg Tablet if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have you have liver problems

Have infections

Have Kidney disease

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Tablet

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver/ Kidney disease

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage :

Femara 2.5 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Letrozole, which is used in the treatment of breast cancer and infertility due to anovulation. This medicine is available in different strengths and substitutes & must be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Femara 2.5 mg Tablet at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Femara 2.5 mg Tablet regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole) to Be Used:

As Femara 2.5 mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Femara 2.5 mg Tablet. Do not take the Tablet on your own & for longer time than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole):

Take Femara 2.5 mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the Tablet as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the Tablet. Femara 2.5 mg Tablet is to be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole):

You are always advised to take Femara 2.5 mg Tablet as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Tablet in larger or smaller amount or for longer period than suggested by your doctor.

## Overdose :

Patient must seek emergency medical attention and/or contact doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Symptoms like dizziness, tremor, confusion & sweating after taking the dose should be reported immediately. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if they are suspecting overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the drug must be taken by you as soon as possible. It is appropriate to skip the missed dosage of the drug if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. You must not take double dosage of the drug to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Femara 2.5 Mg Tablet (Letrozole):

Hot flushes

Fatigue

Joint pain

Increased sweating

Increased cholesterol level in blood

Bone fracture

Chest pain

Dizziness

Headache

Back pain

Constipation

Anxiety and nervousness

Increased thirst

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Femara 2.5 mg Tablet. This interaction may produce some unwanted or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always discuss with your doctor if you are taking other medication/ Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Clopidogrel

Oxcarbazepine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Tibolone

Estriol

Estrogen

Estradiol

It can also interact with following disease condition:

Allergy

Liver disorder

Bone disorder

Increased cholesterol level

Kidney disorder

## Warning And Precaution:

Femara 2.5 mg Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Liver/kidney disease

You must monitor your cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) regularly as Femara 2.5 mg Tablet can alter their levels

You should not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine as it may cause nausea and vomiting

You must try to keep cool by wearing light and airy clothes while taking this medicine

Always consult with your doctor immediately to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of the above mentioned conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Femara 2.5 mg Tablet out of reach and sight of the children

This medicine is strictly not prescribed for use in children and adolescents

You must always read the information precisely written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

Always consult your physician if you have any doubt in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Femara 2.5 mg Tablet should be taken for cancer treatment. Do not take this medicine for longer period than suggested by the Doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Femara 2.5 mg Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Tablets are intact and not damaged or broken while purchasing or storing.