Letrozole Tablets

Letrozole Tablets are the composition of the medication belonging to the brand LITZ 2.5 which is helpful in treating breast cancer in women who have undergone menopause. Breast cancer is a common problem and is almost found in almost every third woman who has gone through menopause. Breast cancer occurs in the breast of the woman.

For the production of the estrogen hormone, an aromatase enzyme is required which is blocked with the use of this tablet. Estrogen is required for the growth of cancer cells. When the aromatase enzyme is killed then the will not allow the estrogen to increase the cancer cells. This also helps to stop the growth of the cells of the tumors (cancer cells) to grow in other parts of the body.

The woman is advised not to administer the dose of Letrozole tablet on her own. She should visit the doctor as the dose of the tablet is based on the medical condition of her body. It is advised not to stop the use of the tablet on its own even though the woman has started feeling well. She should consult the doctor if she is feeling uncomfortable or if the medicine is not showing its effectiveness.

Uses Of Letrozole Tablets

The tablet is useful for curing breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause. When the woman feels that the breast cancer is coming back then the use of this medication helps in preventing cancer.

Directions For Use

Before taking the tablet, the woman is advised to consult the doctor. Before prescribing the dose the doctor will examine the health of the woman. The dose is based on the medical condition of the woman. The woman is advised to take the tablet at the same time every day with a glass of water. The doctor can prescribe the dose with or without food.

Side Effects Of Letrozole Tablets

Every woman does not experience the same type of side effects after taking the tablet. The side effects can be serious. The doctor should be consulted if the woman feels uncomfortable due to the side effects. The side effects that the woman can experience after the intake of the tablet are as follows :

• Tiredness
• Weakness
• Increased sweating
• Pain in joints
• Hot flushes

Precautions To Be Considered

The woman should consider the precautions perfectly. Consideration of the precautions is important as if the precautions are not taken then the health can be affected. The tablet will also not show its effectiveness. The precautions which are to be considered seriously are as follows :

• The woman who has not attained the menopause stage and still get their periods are advised not to take the use this tablet
• The woman is advised not to stop the intake of the tablet on her own in the middle
• Before the intake of the tablet, the woman should tell the doctor if she is having some sought of medical problem including the thinning of bones, bone fractures, etc.
• Due to the safety measures, it is advised not to give the tablet to the children

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is there any diet or lifestyle advice that the woman should follow?

Along with the intake of the Letrozole Tablet, the woman is advised to take care of her diet as well as her lifestyle. The woman should exercise regularly so as to maintain a normal and healthy weight. The woman should eat a healthy diet including green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yogurt, apples, beaches, etc. Fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs, and added sugar should be avoided. The woman is advised to have 6-8 hours of sleep

2. Can the use of the medication cause blood pressure?

Yes, the use of the tablet can cause the blood pressure to rise. The woman is advised to monitor her blood pressure regularly after the use of the medication. If she feels that the blood pressure is fluctuating regularly then the doctor should be consulted.