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Oreta is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The right dosage of Oreta depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Oreta include Hot Flashes, Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oreta as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Oreta are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Oreta has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oreta has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oreta related warnings section.
Oreta can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oreta in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Oreta have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Oreta may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oreta is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oreta is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Oreta safe for pregnant women?
Oreta has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Oreta without medical advice.
Is the use of Oreta safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Oreta. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Oreta on the Kidneys?
Oreta rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oreta on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Oreta. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Oreta only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Oreta on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Oreta. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Oreta should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oreta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oreta habit forming or addictive?
Oreta is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Oreta as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Oreta is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oreta for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oreta
There is no information on the effects of taking Oreta with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oreta
Information about the interaction of Oreta and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes Oreta can be taken along with tamoxifen at the same time because tamoxifen decreases levels of letrozole by unknown mechanism. Hence taking Oreta with tamoxifen at the same time should be avoided.
No, Oreta is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Oreta is a brand name of letrozole and it comes in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drugs known as an aromatase inhibitor. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of breast cancer. It is also used off-label for the treatment of anovulation (female infertility).
Take Oreta as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Oreta does not cause hair loss but it might cause hair thinning because it affects the estrogen levels in the body which is presumed to play a protective role against hair loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 758
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Femara (letrozole)