Femara Overview
What is Femara?
Femara, also known as Letrozole, is a medication used to treat hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It is an aromatase inhibitor that reduces estrogen levels.
How Does Femara Work?
Femara inhibits the aromatase enzyme, which decreases estrogen production in the body. Lower estrogen levels can help slow or stop the growth of estrogen-sensitive tumors.
Benefits of Femara
- Reduces Estrogen Levels: Effective in lowering estrogen production to manage hormone-sensitive breast cancer.
- Improves Treatment Outcomes: Helps in the treatment and management of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.
- Prevents Cancer Recurrence: Reduces the risk of cancer recurrence in postmenopausal women.
Usage and Dosage
Femara is typically taken as a 2.5mg tablet once daily. Dosage should be adjusted by a healthcare provider based on individual needs and response.
Who Should Use Femara?
Femara is used by postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. It is also used in some cases to manage estrogen-related side effects in hormone therapy
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