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Ovidale Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

LETROZOLE-2.5MG

Uses:

<p>Ovidale Tablet is used in the treatment of Breast cancer. The detailed uses of Ovidale Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Breast Cancer Treatment: </strong>Ovidale Tablet 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, Ovidale Tablet may be used as adjuvant therapy to reduce the risk of recurrence and improve survival rates.</li><li><strong>Neoadjuvant Therapy: </strong>Ovidale Tablet can serve as a neoadjuvant treatment to shrink breast tumours before surgery, facilitating their removal.</li><li><strong>Ovarian Function Suppression: </strong>Ovidale Tablet is occasionally used off-label during fertility treatments to suppress ovarian function, particularly in cases of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

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

FAQs

Ovidale Tablet belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines used to treat breast cancer in women.

Ovidale Tablet 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 Ovidale Tablet prevents the growth of cancer cells. Thereby, Ovidale Tablet helps in slowing down or stopping the growth and/or spreading the tumours to other body parts.

Ovidale Tablet 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 Ovidale Tablet . Regularly monitor blood pressure levels while taking Ovidale Tablet . Consult your doctor if you regularly notice high blood pressure levels.

Do not stop taking Ovidale Tablet on your own. You are advised to take Ovidale Tablet 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 Ovidale Tablet .

Ovidale Tablet 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 Ovidale Tablet .

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

Ovidale Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Ovidale Tablet can be taken with or without food.

Ovidale Tablet 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.

Ovidale Tablet is prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause.

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

Ovidale Tablet may cause eye problems like blurred vision and cataracts. Consult the doctor if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation.

Ovidale Tablet 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 Ovidale Tablet 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 Ovidale Tablet .

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.

Ovidale Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

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

If you miss a dose of Ovidale Tablet 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.

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

Store Ovidale Tablet at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.