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Letoval
- Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Letrozole (2.5 mg)
Letoval
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- Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Letrozole (2.5 mg)
Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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Letoval Information
Letoval is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The right dosage of Letoval depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Letoval include Hot Flashes, Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Letoval as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Letoval normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Letoval's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Letoval's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Letoval can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Letoval in conditions like Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Letoval are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Letoval may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Letoval is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Letoval Benefits & Uses
Letoval is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Letoval Dosage & How to Take
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult(Female) |
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| Geriatric |
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Letoval Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Letoval is used -
Severe
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Bone Fracture
Mild
Common
- Hot Flashes
- Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
Letoval Related Warnings
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Is the use of Letoval safe for pregnant women?
Letoval has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Letoval without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Letoval safe during breastfeeding?
Letoval should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Letoval on the Kidneys?
Letoval rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Letoval on the Liver?
Letoval may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Letoval on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Letoval. 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.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Letoval with Other Drugs
Letoval should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Letoval Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Letoval unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- High Lipoprotein
- High Cholesterol
- Osteoporosis
Frequently asked Questions about Letoval
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Is this Letoval habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Letoval has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Letoval as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Letoval should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Letoval for mental disorders.
No
Letoval Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Letoval
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Letoval, due to a lack of research on this.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Letoval
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Letoval with alcohol.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Letoval
Question almost 3 years ago
Does Letoval cause hair loss?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
No, Letoval 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.
Question about 3 years ago
Can Letoval cause spotting or bleeding?
Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, Letoval may cause spotting or vaginal bleeding which is harmless. It is a very rare side effect of this drug. It might occur due to fluctuation in hormone levels in the body.
Question over 3 years ago
What is Letoval?
Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , General Physician
Letoval 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).
Question about 3 years ago
Is Letoval safe to use?
Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Letoval is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as sweating, bone pain, and hot flashes. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Question over 2 years ago
Can I take Letoval with metformin?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Letoval and metformin can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Letoval along with metformin.
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