Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex Tablet

Breast cancer

Benefits of Nolvadex Tablet

In Breast cancer

Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex

Hot flashes
Nausea
Vaginal discharge
Vaginal bleeding
Mood swings
Fluid retention

How to use Nolvadex 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. Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex 10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Nolvadex 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

Nolvadex 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

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

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Nolvadex 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Nolvadex 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

She has lung cancer from 2011. But before she had breast cancer from 2007. Now she is taking tycarb and nolvadex 20 mg . her hemoglobin is 10. Please suggest a name of iron capsule/tonic which is folic acid free.

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Take Cap Feoxy one per day

estrogen level is high, someone recommend me for nolvadex and clomid,

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

send scan copy o reports. Also tell me if you have any symptoms for which you got these hormonal check up done

User feedback

Patients taking Nolvadex 10mg Tablet

Once A Day

56%

Twice A Day

44%

What are you using Nolvadex Tablet for?

Others

69%

Breast cancer

31%

How much was the improvement?

Average

45%

Excellent

36%

Poor

18%

What were the side-effects while using Nolvadex 10mg Tablet?

Nausea

20%

Swelling

20%

Skin rash

20%

Vaginal bleed*

20%

Fatigue

20%

*Vaginal bleeding

How do you take Nolvadex Tablet?

With food

100%

Please rate Nolvadex 10mg Tablet on price

Not Expensive

89%

Average

11%

FAQs

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

Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex 10mg Tablet may be long term and you may require to take it for several years.

What if I forget to take Nolvadex 10mg Tablet?

If you forget to take a dose of Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex 10mg Tablet?

Do not stop taking Nolvadex 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 Nolvadex 10mg Tablet?

The most common side effects associated with Nolvadex 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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