Letocor Tablet
Manufacturer
Chandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Letrozole (2.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Letocor Tablet is used to treat breast cancer in post-menopausal women, either alone or with other treatments, and to stop the tumor from spreading to other parts of the body.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Letocor Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor that helps treat breast cancer in post-menopausal women. It works by decreasing the amount of estrogen produced in the body, which can slow down or stop the growth of some breast cancers that need estrogen to grow.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Letocor Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Letocor Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor that works by decreasing the amount of estrogen produced in the body. This decrease in estrogen can slow down or stop the growth of some breast cancers that need estrogen to grow.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Letocor Tablet for the treatment of breast cancer. It can be taken with or without food. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Letocor Tablet affects you. It may cause increased sweating and hot flushes. Try to keep cool by wearing light and airy clothes. Your doctor may monitor your cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) regularly as Letocor Tablet can alter their levels. Do not take Letocor Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
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Frequently asked questions
Why have I been prescribed Letocor Tablet?
Letocor Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It is generally prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who no longer have periods, either due to menopause or after surgery or chemotherapy.
How does Letocor Tablet work?
Letocor Tablet is also known as an anti-estrogen drug. It works by reducing the production of estrogen in your body by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the production of estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of certain types of breast cancer in your body. These cancers are called "estrogen-dependent cancers". Reducing the production of estrogen may prevent cancer from growing.
For how long should I take Letocor Tablet?
If the breast tumor is in the advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Letocor Tablet till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Letocor Tablet is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until the tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Letocor Tablet followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.
If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Letocor Tablet?
Yes, you can take irbesartan and Letocor Tablet together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Letocor Tablet may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.
Does Letocor Tablet affect vision?
Although it is very uncommon, Letocor Tablet may cause a cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.
My friend who is taking Letocor Tablet often sweats a lot. Is it because of Letocor Tablet?
This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Letocor Tablet. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Letocor Tablet. However, in some people, the flushes and sweats may continue during the treatment and stop a few months after the treatment finishes. You can consult your doctor who will provide you a remedy if it is very bothersome.
What are the serious side effects of Letocor Tablet?
The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Letocor Tablet include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and severe skin reactions.
Does Letocor Tablet cause bone loss?
Letocor Tablet may cause thinning or wasting of your bones (osteoporosis), which is due to the decrease in estrogen levels in your body. Your doctor may decide to measure your bone density (a way of monitoring for osteoporosis) before, during and after treatment.
Can I take Letocor Tablet for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?
As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Letocor Tablet is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.
