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Who can and cannot take letrozole - Brand name: Femara

Who can take letrozole

Most adults aged 18 years old and over can take letrozole.

Who may not be able to take letrozole

Letrozole is not suitable for some people. Tell your doctor before starting to take this medicine if you:

  • have ever had an allergic reaction to letrozole or any other medicine
  • still have periods
  • are pregnant or breastfeeding
  • are trying to get pregnant – unless you are taking it as a fertility treatment
  • have serious kidney or liver disease
  • have been told you have fragile or brittle bones (osteoporosis)

Page last reviewed: 24 November 2023
Next review due: 24 November 2026