Upova Tablet 5's belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of menses periods). Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by the female sex hormone known as estrogen.
 
Upova Tablet 5's contains 'Letrozole' that works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in the production of the estrogen hormone. The cancer cells require estrogen for their growth. Hence, by blocking the aromatase enzyme, Upova Tablet 5's prevents the growth of cancer cells. Thereby Upova Tablet 5's helps in preventing or stopping the growth of spreading the tumours (cancer cells) to other body parts.

You are advised to take Upova Tablet 5's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Upova Tablet 5's may cause certain common side-effects such as hypercholesterolemia (increased cholesterol levels), tiredness, weakness, increased sweating, feeling unwell, pain in joints, and hot flushes (feeling of warmth). Do not be reluctant to talk with your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.
 
Avoid taking Upova Tablet 5's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Upova Tablet 5's may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Upova Tablet 5's should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Upova Tablet 5's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any side-effects.

Upova Tablet 5's belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called aromatase inhibitors. Upova Tablet 5's is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause (cessation of periods). Upova Tablet 5's works by blocking the aromatase enzyme, which is involved in the production of estrogens. The cancer cells require estrogen for their growth, so by blocking the enzyme Upova Tablet 5's prevents the growth of cancer cells. Thereby, Upova Tablet 5's helps in slowing down or stopping the growth and/or spreading the tumours to other body parts.

• Hypercholesterolemia (increased cholesterol levels)
• Tiredness
• Weakness
• Increased sweating
• Feeling unwell
• Pain in joints
• Hot flushes (feeling of warmth)

Do not take Upova Tablet 5's if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have not yet gone through menopause (still get your periods). Talk to your doctor before taking Upova Tablet 5's if you have osteoporosis (thinning of bones), bone fractures, severe liver or kidney disease. Upova Tablet 5's may cause inflammation in tendons or tendon injury; contact your doctor if you observe any sign of tendon pain or swelling while taking Upova Tablet 5's. Avoid taking Upova Tablet 5's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Upova Tablet 5's may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Upova Tablet 5's should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Upova Tablet 5's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Upova Tablet 5's to rule out any side-effects. 

• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

• Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, herbs and spices in your diet.

• Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugar.

• Get optimal sleep; rest well.