Leaflet LETROZOL STADA 2.5mg film-coated tablets


Indicated for: breast cancer

Route of administration: oral

Substance: letrozole (aromatase inhibitor)

ATC: L02BG04 (Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents | Hormone antagonists and related agents | Aromatase inhibitors)

Precautions:
Fertility warning
Fertility warning

This medicine may affect fertility.

Cytotoxic / special handling
Cytotoxic / special handling

Handle with special care.

Contraception required
Contraception required

Effective contraception is required during treatment.

Contraindicated during breastfeeding
Contraindicated during breastfeeding

Do not use this medicine while breastfeeding.

Contraindicated during pregnancy
Contraindicated during pregnancy

Do not use this medicine during pregnancy.

Hepatotoxicity
Hepatotoxicity

This medicine may affect the liver.

Major drug interactions
Major drug interactions

This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.

Myelosuppression / agranulocytosis
Myelosuppression / agranulocytosis

This medicine may lower blood cell counts.

Additional monitoring
Additional monitoring

This medicine is subject to additional monitoring.

Requires periodic laboratory tests
Requires periodic laboratory tests

Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.

Severe skin reactions
Severe skin reactions

Stop taking the medicine and seek urgent medical help if a severe rash occurs.

Teratogenic / fetal risk
Teratogenic / fetal risk

This medicine may affect fetal development.

Letrozole is an aromatase inhibitor used for the treatment of hormone-dependent breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It works by reducing estrogen levels, thereby inhibiting the growth of hormone-sensitive tumors.

The medication is taken orally, usually once daily, as directed by a doctor. It is important to follow the treatment regimen to achieve the best results.

Side effects may include hot flashes, fatigue, joint pain, or osteoporosis. In rare cases, allergic reactions or liver disorders may occur.

Letrozole is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women or patients with hypersensitivity to this medication.

General data about LETROZOL STADA 2.5mg

  • Substance: letrozole
  • Date of last drug list: 01-01-2019
  • Commercial code: W56502003
  • Concentration: 2.5mg
  • Pharmaceutical form: film-coated tablets
  • Quantity: 100
  • Product type: generic
  • Prescription restrictions: P-6L - Medicines prescription that isn't retained in the pharmacy (can be renewed); the prescription can be used for 6 months from the moment of release.

Marketing authorisation

  • Manufacturer: HAUPT PHARMA MUNSTER GMBH - GERMANIA
  • Holder: STADA ARZNEIMITTEL AG - GERMANIA
  • Number: 7139/2014/03
  • Shelf life: 4 years

Pharmaceutical forms available for letrozole