Letrozole : Proper Use (Femara)

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Letrozole (Systemic)

Brand Names : Femara

Letrozole | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor . Do not take more of it, and do not take it more often than your doctor ordered.

Dosing - The dose of letrozole may be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average dose of letrozole. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

For oral dosage form (tablets):
- For breast cancer:
  - Adults - One 2.5-milligram tablet a day.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the next day's dose.

Storage - To store this medicine:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.

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