Description
Tamtero 20mg – Tamoxifen Citrate 20mg tablet is a nonsteroidal antiestrogen agent. Chemically it is a trans-isomer of a triphenylethylene derivative that has a pKa of 8.85.
· The equilibrium solubility in water is 0.5mg/ml at 37 degrees centigrade.
· Tamoxifen blocks the growth of oestrogen (natural substance) a “sex hormone” in the body that supports the development of a few breast cancers.
· It is prescribed based on the type and severity of the disease, other medical complications, the type of tamoxifen, and the age of the patient.
Uses:
· Tamtero reduces the chances of breast cancer in the patients with high risks, and treats breast cancer.
· It interferes with the attacks of the estrogen levels in the breast tissue.
· It treats the early breast cancer in women who have already undergone surgery/chemotherapy/radiations.
· The tablet is taken with or without food and it has to be taken around same time every day.
· Swallow the tablet on the whole with any non-alcoholic drink, do not split, crush or chew the tablet for effective treatment.
· In rare cases, the tablet is given to women wish to become pregnant, but cannot product eggs. Ovulation is induced through the tablet.
· The is sometimes given to treat McCune-Albright syndrome (MAS: it is the body’s condition that results in bone diseases, dark colored spots in children, and early sexual development).
After effects:
The after effects of the medicine include menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, vaginal irritation, sleep disturbances, mood changes, loss of sex drive, vaginal discharge, fluid retention, indigestion, nausea and changes in periods. It also causes cancer, bone, calf or thigh pain or swelling in the legs, bruises and many more.
Seek medical help if these fluctuate your health conditions and cause irritation.
Precautions:
· Intake of the medicine might affect the platelet count; it is recommended to avoid injury and bruising.
· Do not drive or use heavy machinery as the medicine causes drowsiness.
· Do not discontinue the course without your doctor’s consent.
· Do not skip/overdose/ overlap doses. Maintain regular intervals between any two doses.
· Consult your doctor if you observe any abnormal health conditions after taking the medicine.
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