Common Questions about Letrozole (Femara)

Is Femara good for fertility?

Femara is not an FDA-approved fertility treatment. However, doctors sometimes prescribe Femara (letrozole) to induce ovulation and treat infertility. This medication may be used as an alternative to a drug called clomiphene citrate (Clomid). It can be used to treat ovulation problems, unexplained infertility, and infertility caused by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Talk to your doctor about the pros and cons of taking Clomid / Femara.

What does Femara do to your period?

Femara (letrozole) is prescribed for breast cancer treatment in postmenopausal women who have stopped getting their menstrual period. If you are taking Femara to treat infertility, a successful pregnancy will result in no period. If you do not become pregnant, you will get your period on day 28 of your menstrual cycle.

How long do you take letrozole to treat breast cancer?

Doctors usually prescribe letrozole for 5 years to treat breast cancer, but it is sometimes taken for up to 10 years.

Does letrozole stop breast cancer from growing?

Letrozole lowers the amount of estrogen made in the body. It can slow or stop the growth of hormone receptor positive breast cancer cells that need estrogen for growth.

Can I drink alcohol while on letrozole?

It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while on letrozole. Alcohol can make side effects like drowsiness and dizziness worse.

What is the price of letrozole without insurance?

Without insurance, letrozole can be as high as $124.72, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $10.36 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of letrozole with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on letrozole—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for letrozole. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.