Tamoxifen



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Tamoxifen Information



Tamoxifen Tablet Benefits & Uses

Tamoxifen Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Tamoxifen Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tamoxifen Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tamoxifen Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Tamoxifen should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Tamoxifen Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Tamoxifen can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Tamoxifen Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Tamoxifen rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Tamoxifen Tablet on the Liver?


    Tamoxifen can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Tamoxifen Tablet on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Tamoxifen on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Tamoxifen Tablet with Other Drugs

Tamoxifen Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Telmisartan,Amlodipine
    Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

      Mild



      Tamoxifen Tablet Contraindications

      If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tamoxifen Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



      Frequently asked Questions about Tamoxifen Tablet

      • Is this Tamoxifen Tablet habit forming or addictive?


        No, there is no any evidence that Tamoxifen Tablet is addictive.

        No
      • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


        You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tamoxifen Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

        Dangerous
      • Is it safe?


        Tamoxifen Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

        Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
      • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


        There is no benefit of taking Tamoxifen Tablet for mental disorders.

        No

      Tamoxifen Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

      • Interaction between Food and Tamoxifen Tablet


        There is no information on the effects of taking Tamoxifen Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

        Unknown
      • Interaction between Alcohol and Tamoxifen Tablet


        It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tamoxifen Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

        Unknown


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      This medicine data has been created by -

      Vikas Chauhan

      B.Pharma, Pharmacy
      5 Years of Experience


      References

      US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Soltamox® (tamoxifen citrate)

      KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 313-314

      April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1171-1172



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