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.
Use TAMOXIFEN as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dosage depending on your medical condition. The common side effects of TAMOXIFEN include hot flashes, headache, muscle aches, leg cramps, tiredness, nausea, thinning of hair and numbness or tingling sensation. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.