Letronat 2.5mg Tablet is an anticancer drug that contains the active ingredient letrozole and belongs to the class aromatase inhibitor. It is indicated as a supportive therapy after the main therapy or first-line therapy for postmenopausal women with early and advanced breast cancer whose tumors are hormone receptor-positive. Since high amounts of estrogen are found to trigger breast cancer, this medicine reduces the levels of the female reproductive hormone by blocking the enzyme (aromatase) that is involved in the production of estrogen. This medicine aims to slow or stop the growth and/or spreading to other body parts.

Inform your physician if you have not attained menopause yet, as this medicine does not work for premenopausal women. Since this medicine tends to reduce the levels of female reproductive hormones, it is not advised for menstruating women as it is related to causing fertility issues. It is advised to keep track of your cholesterol levels as this medicine tends to elevate cholesterol levels. Letronat 2.5mg Tablet could also decrease bone mineral density. Hence, discuss with your physician and consider monitoring your bone parameters regularly. It is advised to use effective birth control during the treatment and at least 3 weeks after the last dose.

First and second-line treatment of postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.

Supportive to standard treatment for postmenopausal women with early breast cancer.

Treatment for unknown advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Extended supportive therapy for postmenopausal women with early breast cancer who have already taken other anti-cancer medication.

The growth of some cancers in breasts is stimulated by estrogens. Letronat 2.5mg tablet is a nonsteroidal compound that inhibits estrogen production by blocking the enzyme aromatase. This medicine reduces the tumor size and stops or slows the progression of the disease, avoiding the reoccurring of early-stage breast cancer and improving the survival rate.

It is advised to consume Letronat 2.5mg Tablet exactly as your doctor prescribes. It can be consumed with or without food and should be swallowed with a glass of water. Letronat 2.5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. It is better to take the tablet at a fixed time. Do not break, chew or crush the tablet.

Decreased red blood cells

Decreased bone mineral density

Fluid build up in lungs

Swelling in the face, eyes, feet, and legs

Hot sweats and excessive sweating

Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)

Constipation

Heart palpilation

Hypertension

Diarrhea

Loss of appetite

Nausea and Vomiting

Muscle pain, bone pain, and joint stiffness

Dizziness, tiredness, and sleepiness

Breathing difficulty

Arthralgia

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, or herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Letronat 2.5mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.

Keep the tablets away from the reach of children and pets.

Store Letronat 2.5mg Tablets at an optimal temperature not exceeding 25°C.

Notify your doctor if you have osteoporosis or bone fractures, as this medication is contraindicated for these conditions. Regular monitoring of bone mineral density is necessary while using the Letronat 2.5mg tablet. Discuss with your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or have not yet gone through menopause, as it may affect fertility. Inform your doctor of any sugar intolerance, as the tablet contains lactose ingredients. If you miss a dose, do not double dose; instead, resume your regular schedule.