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Composition:

LETROZOLE-2.5MG

Uses:

<p>Letfirst Tablet 5's is used in the treatment of Breast cancer. The detailed uses of Letfirst Tablet 5's are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Breast Cancer Treatment: </strong>Letfirst Tablet 5's is primarily prescribed for postmenopausal women with hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer. It works by lowering estrogen levels, which helps slow or halt the growth of certain breast tumours.</li><li><strong>Adjuvant Therapy: </strong>After surgery for early-stage breast cancer, Letfirst Tablet 5's may be used as adjuvant therapy to reduce the risk of recurrence and improve survival rates.</li><li><strong>Neoadjuvant Therapy: </strong>Letfirst Tablet 5's can serve as a neoadjuvant treatment to shrink breast tumours before surgery, facilitating their removal.</li><li><strong>Ovarian Function Suppression: </strong>Letfirst Tablet 5's is occasionally used off-label during fertility treatments to suppress ovarian function, particularly in cases of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Letfirst Tablet 5's belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors.
  • Letfirst Tablet 5's is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of periods).
  • Letfirst Tablet 5's helps in slowing down or stopping the growth and/or spreading the tumours to other body parts.

FAQs

Letfirst Tablet 5's belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines used to treat breast cancer in women.

Letfirst Tablet 5's works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in the production of estrogens. The cancer cells require estrogen for their growth, so by blocking the enzyme Letfirst Tablet 5's prevents the growth of cancer cells. Thereby, Letfirst Tablet 5's helps in slowing down or stopping the growth and/or spreading the tumours to other body parts.

Letfirst Tablet 5's causes dizziness and drowsiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or drowsy.

High blood pressure could be a side-effect of Letfirst Tablet 5's. Regularly monitor blood pressure levels while taking Letfirst Tablet 5's. Consult your doctor if you regularly notice high blood pressure levels.

Do not stop taking Letfirst Tablet 5's on your own. You are advised to take Letfirst Tablet 5's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Letfirst Tablet 5's.

Letfirst Tablet 5's may cause osteoporosis (bone thinning) due to the reduction of estrogen in the body. Regular bone density tests may help you monitor osteoporosis. Contact your doctor if you observe any sign of tendon pain or swelling while taking Letfirst Tablet 5's.

Letfirst Tablet 5's may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.

Letfirst Tablet 5's should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Letfirst Tablet 5's can be taken with or without food.

Letfirst Tablet 5's should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.

Letfirst Tablet 5's is prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause.

Letfirst Tablet 5's may cause high blood pressure. Therefore, irbesartan should be taken with Letfirst Tablet 5's only if prescribed by the doctor. Regularly monitor blood pressure levels while taking Letfirst Tablet 5's.

Letfirst Tablet 5's may cause eye problems like blurred vision and cataracts. Consult the doctor if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation.

Letfirst Tablet 5's may cause hot flushes leading to sweating. These symptoms usually improve during the first few months. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen, consult the doctor.

Serious side effects of Letfirst Tablet 5's are difficulty breathing, chest pain, fainting, rapid heart rate, formation of blood clots (bluish skin discolouration, or sudden arm, leg or foot pain) and rupture of a tendon. These side effects are rare and may not occur in everyone taking Letfirst Tablet 5's.

Letrozole may induce ovulation in anovulatory infertility patients and augment follicles for ovulatory women. However, it is an off-label use. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.

Letfirst Tablet 5's is not recommended for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

The time required for Letfirst Tablet 5's to show its effects depends upon your condition and severity. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

If you miss a dose of Letfirst Tablet 5's take it as soon as you remember, However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Letfirst Tablet 5's may interact with antidepressants (citalopram, escitalopram) and anticancer medicines (tamoxifen). Let the doctor know if you are taking these medicines.

Store Letfirst Tablet 5's at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.

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