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Can I eat this with Letrozole?
Letrozole can cause nausea and appetite changes. Alcohol may trigger hot flushes. Herbal menopause remedies can stop letrozole working properly.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 38 foods and drinks for Letrozole (0 to avoid, 35 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Letrozole with food?
- You can take letrozole with or without food.
- Can I drink alcohol with Letrozole?
- Yes, with care. May cause hot flushes or redness when you drink it; avoiding alcohol may help if this happens.
- Can I eat rich food with Letrozole?
- Yes, with care. Stick to simple meals if you feel sick; rich or spicy food can make nausea worse.
- Can I eat spicy food with Letrozole?
- Yes, with care. Stick to simple meals if you feel sick; rich or spicy food can make nausea worse. May also trigger hot flushes.
- Can I eat caffeine with Letrozole?
- Yes, with care. Cutting down on caffeine may help reduce hot flushes and sweating.
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1 · What do you take?
Letrozole can cause nausea and appetite changes. Alcohol may trigger hot flushes. Herbal menopause remedies can stop letrozole working properly.
You can take letrozole with or without food. Alcohol may cause hot flushes or redness in some people. Avoid herbal remedies or supplements for menopause symptoms as these can stop letrozole working. If you feel sick, stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take letrozole with or without food.
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Further reading on Letrozole
The pages our answers quote. Every answer shows “Where this comes from” with the exact words, checked 24 September 2026. How we check
NHS website
About letrozole
NHS medicines information on letrozole – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take letrozole
NHS medicines information on who can take letrozole and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take letrozole
NHS medicines information on dosage for letrozole, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of letrozole
NHS medicines information on side effects of letrozole and what you can do to cope.
NHS website
Taking letrozole with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with letrozole and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
The Journal
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