Uses of Loreta

Breast cancer
Infertility due to anovulation

Side effects of Loreta

Fatigue
Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
Increased sweating

How to use Loreta

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. Loreta may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Loreta works

Loreta is an aromatase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of estrogen (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. In addition, it is also useful in infertility whereby it increases the release of certain hormones to stimulate the release of eggs from the ovaries.

What if you forget to take Loreta?

If you miss a dose of Loreta, 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.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Loreta for the treatment of breast cancer or infertility due to anovulation.
It can be taken with or without food.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Loreta affects you.
It may cause increased sweating and hot flushes. Try to keep cool by wearing light and airy clothes.
Your doctor may monitor your cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) regularly as Loreta can alter their levels.
Do not take Loreta if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Loreta does not cause any harmful side effects.
UNSAFE – Pregnancy: Loreta is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE – Breastfeeding: Loreta is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Loreta may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Loreta is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Loreta is recommended.\nHowever, there is limited information on the use of this medicine in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult with your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Loreta should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Loreta may be needed. Please consult your doctor.