Moxifen 10mg Tablet is an anti-estrogens. It is used in the treatment of breast cancer. It is also used to reduce the risk of breast cancer in pre- and postmenopausal women with a high risk. This medicine helps to slow down the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.

It is Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERM) used in Breast cancer

Uses of Moxifen Tablet

Breast cancer

Benefits of Moxifen Tablet

In Breast cancer

Moxifen 10mg Tablet relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipple or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer, both in pre as well as postmenopausal women. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.

Side effects of Moxifen Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Moxifen

Hot flashes
Nausea
Vaginal discharge
Vaginal bleeding
Mood swings
Fluid retention

How to use Moxifen Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Moxifen 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Moxifen 10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Moxifen 10mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Moxifen 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Moxifen 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Moxifen 10mg Tablet may cause tiredness. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Moxifen 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Moxifen 10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Moxifen 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Moxifen 10mg Tablet helps treat breast cancer.
It also reduces the risk of cancer coming back and of getting cancer in the other breast.
Use a reliable barrier contraceptive method (such as condoms) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for 2 months after you stop taking it.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if your periods become irregular, especially if associated with heavier bleeding.
Do not stop taking the medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Nonsteroidal Antiestrogen

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

abcde

Action Class

Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERM)- Breast Cx

Patient concerns

If any symtom of brest cancer if have whats the cure

Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai

Medical Oncology and Hematology

First is confirmation of breast cancerChance of cure depends on stage of cancer

BREAST CANCER , PET REPORT SAYS INFECTION IN SKELETON.

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Metastatic breast cancer, send me previous treatment details

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What is Moxifen 10mg Tablet and for what it is used for?

Moxifen 10mg Tablet contains a medicine, Tamoxifen which works against a female sex hormone estrogen. It is used in the treatment of estrogen dependent breast cancer in women. It may also be used in the treatment of estrogen-dependent breast cancer in males.

How and in what dose should I use Moxifen 10mg Tablet?

Take it as per the advice of your doctor. The number of doses you take each day and the duration depends on your medical problem. Take your tablet at about the same time every day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body. You can take it with or without food. Treatment with Moxifen 10mg Tablet may be long term and you may require to take it for several years.

What if I forget to take Moxifen 10mg Tablet?

If you forget to take a dose of Moxifen 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near to your next dose, skip it and follow your usual dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for the forgotten one.

What if I stop taking Moxifen 10mg Tablet?

Do not stop taking Moxifen 10mg Tablet, even if you start feeling well, unless your doctor tells you. Stopping it early may increase the risk of breast cancer coming back.

What are the common side effects of using Moxifen 10mg Tablet?

The most common side effects associated with Moxifen 10mg Tablet include menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbance, vaginal irritation, loss of sex drive and mood changes. It may also cause fluid retention, vaginal discharge, indigestion, nausea, and changes in your periods. If any of these bother you, consult with your doctor.

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Moxifen 10mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Moxifen Tablet

Benefits of Moxifen Tablet

In Breast cancer

Side effects of Moxifen Tablet

Common side effects of Moxifen

How to use Moxifen Tablet

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

What is Moxifen 10mg Tablet and for what it is used for?

How and in what dose should I use Moxifen 10mg Tablet?

What if I forget to take Moxifen 10mg Tablet?

What if I stop taking Moxifen 10mg Tablet?

What are the common side effects of using Moxifen 10mg Tablet?

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