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Tamoxifen Dosage Directions

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Tamoxifen dosage depends on the severity of your medical condition, and other medications you might be taking and usually prescribed to be taken with water and can be taken once or twice a day.

Dosage per day

The usual recommended dosage of Tamoxifen for breast cancer treatment is 20 mg to 40 mg per day. While Tamoxifen dosage for treatment of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) or prevention of breast cancer is 20 mg per day for five years.

Tamoxifen Storage

Tamoxifen is usually stored at room temperature (25 degree Celsius) away from heat, moisture and direct light. Tamoxifen should be stored kept in air tight container in cool and dark place, away from children and pets.

Tamoxifen Side effects

Common side effects of Tamoxifen include

• Headache, nausea or vomiting,
• Hot flashes, mild hair loss and fatigue,
• Vaginal discharge and impotence (in males).

Serious side effects of Tamoxifen include

• Changes in your menstrual cycle and Chest pain,
• Pelvic pain or pressure and new breast lumps,
• Swelling or skin rash and changes in vision,
• Bloody vaginal discharge.

Tamoxifen Precautions to be followed

Do not take this drug if you suffer from various allergies.

Avoid Tamoxifen if you have any unusual or allergic reaction to any of its active or inactive components.

Is strictly not recommended to take during pregnancy.

Do not take Tamoxifen if you are pregnant (or thinking to become pregnant) or breastfeeding.

Consult your medical professional if you have any medical history.

Individuals suffering from unexplained vaginal bleeding or having a history of stroke or blood clots, are usually not recommended to take Tamoxifen.

Tamoxifen Benefits

Tamoxifen regarded as the perfect aid and trustworthy medication for treatment of breast cancer (that requires estrogen to grow) effectively.