Femara (Letrozole)
Brand: Femara
Active Ingredient(s): Letrozole
Strength: 2.5 mg
Pack Size: 30 Tablets
Store at room temperature.
DIN: 02231384
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc. (Canada)
Alternatives: Apo Letrozole – PMS Letrozole – SDZ Letrozole – Mint Letrozole
$258.33
*A valid prescription is required for Rx items.
Description
Femara (Letrozole) is an anticancer agent. It is typically used to treat breast cancer in women who are postmenopausal (who no longer have their period). It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Femara (Letrozole) is typically used once daily. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist. It should be taken at the same time each day and may be taken with or without food. WARNING: Use with caution in patients with liver impairment, dose adjustment may be recommended. May cause dizziness, fatigue, and sleepiness, patients should be cautioned before performing tasks which require mental alertness (e.g., operating machinery or driving). In addition to its desired action, Femara (Letrozole) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause hot flushes, hair loss, joint/bone/muscle pain, tiredness, unusual sweating, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness It may cause edema (swelling), weight gain, high blood cholesterol, bone fracture, back pain It may cause cough, shortness of breath Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to letrozole or any component of the formulation, pregnancy Taking Femara (Letrozole) during pregnancy is harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Femara (Letrozole) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Femara (Letrozole)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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