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Letromac is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The right dosage of Letromac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Letromac also has some side effects, the most common being Hot Flashes, Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint). While these are the most often observed Letromac side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Letromac are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Letromac has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Letromac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Letromac related warnings section.
Letromac is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Letromac are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Letromac have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Letromac is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Letromac is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Letromac is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Letromac safe for pregnant women?
Letromac should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Letromac safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Letromac. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Letromac on the Kidneys?
Letromac may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Letromac on the Liver?
Letromac can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Letromac on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Letromac. 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.
Letromac 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 Letromac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Letromac habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Letromac has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Letromac you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Letromac should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Letromac is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Letromac
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Letromac, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Letromac
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Letromac with alcohol will be.
Yes, Letromac might be used in the treatment of endometriosis along with other drugs but generally, it is not preferred as the first-line drug of choice for endometriosis.
No, Letromac does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug till now. If you are experiencing acne after taking this drug then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Letromac can be taken together with vitex agnus-castus. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with vitex then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Take Letromac as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Letromac contains letrozole that works in breast cancer by blocking an enzyme (aromatase) which prevents the conversion of androgens (androstenedione and testosterone) to estrogens (estrone and estradiol) due to this levels of estrogen hormones drop in the body. The decrease in hormone levels leads to a reduction in tumor mass or delays the progression of tumor growth in some women. For an ovulation (infertility), it is presumed that Letromac works by increasing the sensitivity of ovary to follicular stimulating hormone (FSH) and also low level of estrogen hormones in the blood is detected by the brain which in turn increases the production of a follicular stimulating hormone (FSH) which causes induction of ovulation.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 758
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 314-315
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Femara (letrozole)