Tamoxifen Citrate Tablets

Tamoxifen Citrate Tablets
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What is Tamoxifen citrate?

Tamoxifen, an anticancer drug, is given to treat breast cancer in women and men. It is used to lower the chance of breast cancer in women with a higher than normal chance of getting breast cancer in the next 5 years (high-risk women).

It is used in the treatment of breast cancer. Some tumours are dependent on female sex hormones, oestrogens, in order to grow. As an anti-oestrogen, Tamoxifen can prevent naturally occurring oestrogens attaching to tumour cells, which are dependent on them to grow.

Tamoxifen is also used to treat breast cancer in women after they have finished early treatment. Early treatment can include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. Tamoxifen may keep the cancer from spreading to other parts of the body. It may reduce the chance of getting a new breast cancer.

In addition, tamoxifen is used to reduce the risk of breast cancer spreading in women who have ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) (breast cancer located in the milk ducts and which has not spread) and have already undergone breast cancer surgery and radiation therapy.Tamoxifen Citrate Tablets – Taj Ando Pharmaceuticals, South Africa | Tamoxifen, an anticancer drug, is given to treat breast cancer in women and men. It is used to lower the chance of breast cancer in women with a higher than normal chance of getting breast cancer in the next 5 years (high-risk women). Tamoxifen Citrate Tablets – Taj Ando Pharmaceuticals, South Africa | Tamoxifen, an anticancer drug, is given to treat breast cancer in women and men. It is used to lower the chance of breast cancer in women with a higher than normal chance of getting breast cancer in the next 5 years (high-risk women). Tamoxifen Citrate Tablets – Taj Ando Pharmaceuticals, South Africa | Tamoxifen, an anticancer drug, is given to treat breast cancer in women and men. It is used to lower the chance of breast cancer in women with a higher than normal chance of getting breast cancer in the next 5 years (high-risk women).

What are the Possible Side Effects of Tamoxifen citrate?

  • Side effects cannot be anticipated.
  • If any develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor as soon as possible.
  • Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking this drug.

Side effects may include:
cataracts, changes in menstrual period, constipation,
diarrhea, edema (swelling), fatigue, fluid retention,
flushing, headache, hot flashes, high blood pressure,
muscle pain, nausea, shortness of breath,
vaginal discharge, vomiting, weight loss
Side Effects
The most common side effects caused by tamoxifen are
hot flashes;
vaginal dryness, discharge, or irritation;
and reduced interest in sex.
These side effects are not usually serious, but they can be bothersome.
Other side effects are rare but are more dangerous. These include:

  • Overgrowth of the lining of the uterus (endometrial hyperplasia) and cancer of the lining of the uterus (endometrial cancer).
  • An increased risk of blood clots in the legs (deep vein thrombosis) and the lungs (pulmonary embolism).
  • Changes in the blood’s ability to clot have been reported in patients receiving tamoxifen.
  • A small increased chance of stroke.
  • Ovarian cysts.
  • An increased risk of cataract formation and the need for surgery for cataracts.

How should I store Tamoxifen citrate?

  • Store at room temperature in a tightly closed, light-resistant container.