Letrozole (Oral Route)

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Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure that the medicine is working properly and does not cause unwanted effects .

It is unlikely that a postmenopausal woman may become pregnant. But, you should know that using this medicine while you are pregnant could harm your unborn baby. Use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant. If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away .

This medicine may cause some people to become dizzy, drowsy, or less alert than they are normally. If any of these side effects occur, do not drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are dizzy or not alert while you are taking letrozole .

Side Effects Proper Use

DR601669

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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