Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Agolet 5 Tablet SR may be taken with or without food.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Agolet 5 Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE

Agolet 5 Tablet SR is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE

Agolet 5 Tablet SR is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Agolet 5 Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Agolet 5 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.However, there is limited information on the use of this medicine in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult with your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION

Agolet 5 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

If you miss a dose of Agolet 5 Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Why have I been prescribed Agolet 5 Tablet SR? ::: Agolet 5 Tablet SR is an aromatase inhibitor. It is generally prescribed to treat breast cancer in women who no longer have periods, either due to menopause or after surgery or chemotherapy.| How does Agolet 5 Tablet SR work?::: Agolet 5 Tablet SR is also known as an anti-estrogen drug. It is called so because it acts by reducing the production of estrogen in your body by blocking the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for the production of estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of certain types of breast cancer in your body. These cancers are called '__'estrogen-dependent cancers'__'. Reducing the production of estrogen may prevent cancer from growing. | For how long should I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR?::: If the breast tumor is in the advanced stage or has spread to other parts of the body, it is recommended that you continue taking Agolet 5 Tablet SR till the tumor shows progression. In cases where Agolet 5 Tablet SR is given after tamoxifen (another anti-estrogen used for breast cancer) or surgery, it should be given for 5 years or until the tumor comes back, whichever is first. It can also be given as a sequential treatment; 2 years of Agolet 5 Tablet SR followed by 3 years of tamoxifen.| If I am taking irbesartan to control my blood pressure, can I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR?::: Yes, you can take irbesartan and Agolet 5 Tablet SR together. However, be careful and keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Agolet 5 Tablet SR may increase your blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have problems controlling your blood pressure.| Does Agolet 5 Tablet SR affect vision?::: Although it is very uncommon, Agolet 5 Tablet SR may cause a cataract. So, if you experience blurred vision or eye irritation, consult your doctor immediately.| My friend who is taking Agolet 5 Tablet SR often sweats a lot. Is it because of Agolet 5 Tablet SR?::: This could be a sign of hot flushes which is a very common side effect of Agolet 5 Tablet SR. It happens due to decreased estrogen levels. The frequency of hot flushes reduces once your body adjusts to Agolet 5 Tablet SR. However, in some people, the flushes and sweats may continue during the treatment and stop a few months after the treatment finishes. You can consult your doctor who will provide you a remedy if it is very bothersome.| What are the serious side effects of Agolet 5 Tablet SR?::: The serious side effects do not occur in everyone and very few people experience them. The serious side effects of Agolet 5 Tablet SR include stroke, angina, heart attack, blood clotting, cataract, osteoporosis, and severe skin reactions.| Does Agolet 5 Tablet SR cause bone loss?::: Agolet 5 Tablet SR may cause thinning or wasting of your bones (osteoporosis), which is due to the decrease in estrogen levels in your body. Your doctor may decide to measure your bone density (a way of monitoring for osteoporosis) before, during and after treatment.| Can I take Agolet 5 Tablet SR for induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility?::: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Agolet 5 Tablet SR is restricted for use in induction of ovulation in anovulatory infertility.

Agolet 5 Tablet SR is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of estrogen (a natural female hormone) produced in the body. This decrease in estrogen can slow down or stop the growth of some breast cancers that need estrogen to grow.

-Tamoxifen (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Tamoxifen with Letrozole. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor. Tamoxifen may reduce blood levels of Letrozole.

| -Allylestrenol (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Letrozole with Allylestrenol if you have or had breast cancer. If essential, consult your doctor. Allylestrenol may reduce the efficacy of Letrozole.

| -Conjugated Estrogens (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Letrozole with Conjugated Estrogens if you have or had breast cancer. If essential, consult your doctor. Conjugated Estrogens may reduce the efficacy of Letrozole.

| -Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Letrozole with Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) if you have or had breast cancer. If essential, consult your doctor. Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) may reduce the efficacy of Letrozole.

| -Desogestrel (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Letrozole with Desogestrel if you have or had breast cancer. If essential, consult your doctor. Desogestrel may reduce the efficacy of Letrozole.

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