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Tamoxifen
Latest prescription information about Tamoxifen. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Tamoxifen
Pronunciation : ta mox' i fen
Therapeutic Classification : antiestrogens
Trade Name(s):
India- Blastofen, Caditam, Cytotam, Eldtam, Mamofen, Moxifen, Neotam, Nolvadex, Oncomox, Oncotam, Tamodex,Tamofen,Tamoxifen,Tamoxilon,Tamtero, Tevafen,Tomifen, Valodex, Xifen. International- Nolvadex. This medication is an antiestrogen, prescribed for breast cancer. It is also used for infertility, gynecomastia, ductal carcinoma either alone or with other medications. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 20 mg in 1-2 divided doses. Max: 80 mg/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high cholesterol level, vision problems, high levels of calcium in blood, poor immunity, decrease in white blood cells or platelets, who are taking cytotoxic cancer medicines, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * It may affect platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising. Side Effects : Most Common - Swelling in the extremities, depression, dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, hair thinning and/hair loss and vaginal dryness. Miscellaneous - Hot flashes, fluid retention, vaginal discharge, nausea, irregular periods, weight loss, skin changes and abnormal decrease in platelet counts. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (25� C). |
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