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About Blastofen 20mg Tablet

TAMOXIFEN belongs to the class of 'anti-neoplastic agents', primarily used to treat breast cancer. It is also used to treat infertility caused by failure in the ovulation (produce and release) process in women. Breast cancer is a type of cancer in the breast cells stimulated by a female sex hormone called oestrogen.

TAMOXIFEN contains Tamoxifen that belongs to the class of 'anti oestrogens. Some types of breast cancers need oestrogen (female sex hormone) to grow. TAMOXIFEN blocks the effects of this oestrogen, thus helps in treating breast cancer. TAMOXIFEN is also used to reduce the risk of occurrence of breast cancer in women due to age, personal and family medical history.

Uses of Blastofen 20mg Tablet

Breast cancer

Medicinal Benefits of Blastofen 20mg Tablet

TAMOXIFEN 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 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 blocks the effects of this oestrogen, thus helps in treating breast cancer. TAMOXIFEN 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 the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. You can take TAMOXIFEN with or without food at regular intervals, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew or break it. Liquid: Measure the liquid form of TAMOXIFEN with a measuring cup and take it as advised by the doctor.

Side Effects of Blastofen 20mg Tablet

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

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

TAMOXIFEN 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).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is unsafe to consume alcohol while using TAMOXIFEN.

PREGNANCY

TAMOXIFEN is a pregnancy category D drug. It is unsafe to use TAMOXIFEN in pregnancy and can have harmful effects on the unborn baby. Use reliable forms of contraception to prevent pregnancy while using TAMOXIFEN.

 

BREAST FEEDING

TAMOXIFEN is not recommended to use during breastfeeding since it may be unsafe for the breastfed infant.

DRIVING

TAMOXIFEN causes tiredness and may affect your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any unmanageable side effects with TAMOXIFEN.