₨ 457.00
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Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Tamoxifen
- Manufactured by : Rehman Medicine
- Drug Strength : 20 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 3x10s
- Product SKU : pg_22211_30813
Tamoxifen tablet contains Tamoxifen | belongs to Anti-oestrogen
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How it works
Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s can block the growth of breast cancer. It works by interfering with the effects of estrogen in the breast tissue.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s
- Vaginal bleeding severe
- Chills severe
- Skin rash or itching over the entire body severe
- Pain or swelling in the legs severe
- Weakness or sleepiness severe
- Absent, missed, or irregular periods
- Troubled breathing
- Decrease in the amount of urine
Uses of Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Breast cancer
Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s is used to treat breast cancer in both men and women.
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Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s is used to treat Ductal Carcinoma in Situ, a type of breast cancer. It is usually given in women who have had breast surgery and radiation to prevent the spread of cancer.
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Breast Cancer Prevention
Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s is used to reduce the chances of breast cancer in women who are at a high risk of developing breast cancer.
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McCune-Albright Syndrome
Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s is used to treat McCune-Albright Syndrome which is a genetic disease that affects the bones, the color of the skin, and results in early puberty.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The time required for this medicine to show its effect is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The duration for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the potential for serious adverse effects on the unborn baby. It should only be used in life-threatening conditions where the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women due to the potential for adverse effects in the infants. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s .
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the potential for serious adverse effects on the unborn baby.
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Venous thromboembolic events
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of venous thromboembolic events due to an increase in the risk of such events.
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Suppression of menstruation
This medicine may cause irregular periods in some women. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Venous thromboembolism
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of venous thromboembolic events due to an increase in the risk of such events. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative might be required based on the clinical condition.
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Uterus-Endometrial Cancer
This medicine has shown to increase the risk of uterine cancer. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative might be required based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the medicine to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Carbamazepine
- Erythromycin moderate
- Amiodarone severe
- Warfarin severe
- Ritonavir severe
- Dexamethasone
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Combined use of Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s with soy products may affect the action of the medicine and may stimulate tumor growth in some cases. Hence, it is advisable to avoid consuming soy products while taking Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s .
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- webmd.com - Tamoxifen [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-4497/tamoxifen-oral/details [cited 7/7/2020].
what are the adverse effects of Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s?
Hot flushes, vaginal bleeding. Gl distress, dizziness. Visual disturbances (withdraw).
What happens if I miss a dose of Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s?
Breast cancer: Adults: 20 mg daily increasing to 40 mg daily if necessary. Children: Not applicable.
Anovulatory infertility: Adults: 20 mg daily on four successive days commencing on 2nd day of menstruation. Increase if necessary to 40 mg then 80 mg for subsequent courses. Children: Not applicable.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Tamoxifen tablet 20 mg 3×10’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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