Femara 2.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Femara 2.5 MG Description
Femara 2.5mg Tablet is a medication used to treat advanced breast cancer in post-menopausal women. It contains Letrozole as its active ingredient and can also be used in anovulatory infertility for ovulation induction. It is essential to take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose and frequency for you. You can swallow it with or without water. Never exceed the recommended dose or miss any dose. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a detailed medical history that needs consideration.
Product Summary
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Contains | Letrozole(2.5 Mg) |
Uses | Advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women, female infertility |
Side effects | Headache, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea |
Therapy | ANTI-NEOPLASTIC |
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Uses of Femara 2.5 MG
- Femara Tablet is used in post-menopausal women for the treatment of advanced breast cancer.
- It is also used for induction of ovulation in female infertility.
Contraindications of Femara 2.5 MG
- If you are allergic to Letrozole or any other ingredients of Femara Tablet.
- If you still get your periods.
- If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.
- If you are breast-feeding.
Side effects of Femara 2.5 MG
- Headache, dizziness
- Tiredness, weakness
- Nausea, vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion, constipation
- Hot flushes (Sudden feeling of warmth)
- Increased sweating
- Skin rashes
- Increased or loss of appetite
- Joint stiffness, bone and joint pain
- Palpitations, chest pain
- Vagina dryness, vaginal bleeding
Precautions and Warnings of Femara 2.5 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Femara Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Femara Tablet is meant to be used only after menopause. It must not be used during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. You must take proper birth control measures while consuming it, as you may still have the potential to become pregnant during treatment.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Femara Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
It is unknown if Letrozole passes into breast milk, hence you should not use Femara Tablet while breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Femara Tablet?
A:
Femara Tablet may make you dizzy, thus you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Femara Tablet?
A:
Although there is no known interaction with alcohol and Femara Tablet, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of regular drinking.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are suffering from any liver or kidney diseases
- You have any disease that affects the strength of your bones.
- You experience tendon pain or swelling while on treatment with Femara Tablet.
- Your periods have not yet stopped, and you have not yet gone through menopause. Your doctor might ask you to confirm your menopause by performing some blood tests if it cannot be clinically confirmed.
- Femara Tablet is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.
Directions for Use of Femara 2.5 MG
- Femara Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal of Femara 2.5 MG
- Store Femara Tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
- Do not use expired or damaged medicines.
- Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Dosage of Femara 2.5 MG
Overdose
Seek urgent medical attention in case you have consumed too much of Femara Tablet.
Missed a Dose
- If you missed any dose of Femara Tablet take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Mode of Action of Femara 2.5 MG
How Does It Work?
Letrozole in Femara Tablet works by reducing the level of a natural female hormone known as estrogen that is produced in the body. Eventually, stopping the growth of the cancer cells, which depend on estrogen for its growth....
Interactions of Femara 2.5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Femara Tablet may interact with other medications and provide an altered response to the treatment. Please notify your doctor if you are undergoing any other treatments, over-the-counter medications (that you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled....
- Concomitant use of Femara Tablet along with tamoxifen (used to prevent breast cancer) should be avoided as it may alter its effects.
- Other medicines like phenytoin, clopidrogel should be used with caution along with Femara Tablet.
Interactions with food items
Femara Tablet can be taken with or without food.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the use of Femara Tablet?
A: Femara Tablet is used in post-menopausal women for the treatment of advanced breast cancer.
Q: How to take Femara Tablet?
A: Femara Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water, with or without food. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
Q: Should Femara Tablet be taken with or without food?
A: Femara Tablet can be taken with or without food.
Q: Does Femara Tablet cause addiction?
A: No, Femara Tablet is not an addiction causing medicine. However, it should be used as per dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Q: How long to take Femara Tablet?
A: The dose and duration of Femara Tablet will depend on the response to treatment. Follow your doctor's instructions and do not stop taking this medicine on your own.
Q: Can Femara Tablet be used in children?
A: No, Femara Tablet should not be used in children and adolescents as there is limited safety information available.
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