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What is it used for?
Femara is used to treat breast cancer in women who are post-menopausal -that is, women who no longer have periods, either naturally due to their age or after surgery or chemotherapy.
Contraindications and cautions:
Before taking Femara, tell your doctor if you have liver disease. You may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Femara. Do not use this medication if you are pregnant. It could cause harm to the unborn baby. Use an effective form of birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment.
Use Femara exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger doses or for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Do not take Femara if you have an allergy to letrozole or any other ingredients of Femara.
This medicine is only used in women who are no longer having periods.
Side effects:
Stop using Femara and get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Less serious Femara side effects may include:
• hot flashes, warmth or redness in your face or chest;
• headache, muscle or joint pain;
• night sweats;
• weight gain;
• fatigue, feeling weak;
• nausea; or
• swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
Interactions:
There may be other drugs that can affect Femara. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.