TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG

Medicinal Benefits

TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET contains Tamoxifen, which is an anti-oestrogen drug. It treats breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body in men and women. TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET is also used to treat breast cancer in women who are earlier treated with surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. It effectively treats infertility caused by failure in the ovulation (produce and release) process in women. Some types of breast cancers need oestrogen (female sex hormone) to grow. TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET blocks the effects of this oestrogen, thus helps in treating breast cancer. TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET is also used to reduce the risk of occurrence of breast cancer in women due to age, personal and family medical history.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You can take it with or without food at regular intervals, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew or break it.Oral Liquid/solution: Shake well before each use. Measure the prescribed amount with a measuring cup/dosing syringe and take it as advised by the doctor.

Side Effects of TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET

• Hot flashes
• Headache
• Muscle aches
• Tiredness
• Leg cramps
• Nausea
• Thinning of hair
• Numbness or tingling sensation

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you have any allergic reactions to TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET or other medications. Before starting TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, history of stroke or blood clot, receiving chemotherapy, and cataracts. TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET can affect the unborn baby when used in pregnancy. It may also have harmful effects on the breastfed infant when used by a lactating mother. Hence, TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET is not indicated for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding women. If you are using TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET, make sure to use reliable contraception forms to prevent pregnancy during the course. TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET can make you feel tired and affects your mental ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you are not mentally alert and focused. Avoid alcohol consumption while being treated with TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET. TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET is not recommended for children younger than two years of age.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET may interact with other drugs treating breast cancer (letrozole, anastrozole, exemestane), blood thinners (warfarin), anti-cancer drugs, antibiotics (rifampin), antidepressants (fluoxetine, paroxetine), fits medicines (carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone), anti-ulcer drugs (cimetidine), smoking cessation aids (bupropion), heart-related drugs (quinidine), and drugs treating hyperparathyroidism/overactive parathyroid gland (cinacalcet).

Drug-Food Interaction: Grapefruit and its juice may interact with TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET.

Drug-Disease Interaction: TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in cases of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, history of stroke or blood clot, receiving chemotherapy, and cataracts.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

• LETROZOLE
• ANASTROZOLE
• EXEMESTANE
• WARFARIN
• RIFAMPIN
• FLUOXETINE
• PAROXETINE
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• PHENOBARBITAL
• PHENYTOIN
• PRIMIDONE
• CIMETIDINE
• BUPROPION
• QUINIDINE
• CINACALCET

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

• Maintain a fibre-rich diet and include healthy carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
• Include fish, soy, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, kale, broccoli and oils containing omega-3 fatty acids such as olive oil as these foods may reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
• Avoid grilled meat, red meat, saturated fat found in animal products, milk and dairy products.
• Exercise regularly to lose weight as obesity is also considered a risk factor for prostate cancer.
• Eat at regular intervals.
• Keep your weight under control with BMI of 19.5-24.9.
• Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.

Special Advise

• Your doctor may advise regular physical exams and mammograms.
• Self-examine your breasts to check for any lumps monthly while using TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET.
• Your doctor may also advise liver function tests to monitor your liver health.
• Tamoxifen may interfere with specific tests like thyroid tests. Hence, it is important to inform your doctor or laboratory staff that you use TAMOXIFEN CITRATE 10MG TABLET before undergoing any medical examinations.