Description
What Is the Generic Name for Tamodex 10 mg?
The generic name for Tamodex 10 mg is Tamoxifen Citrate.
USA Brand Equivalent to Tamodex 10 mg (Tamoxifen Citrate)
In the United States, Nolvadex is the brand equivalent of Tamodex 10 mg, containing the active ingredient Tamoxifen Citrate.
What Is Tamodex 10 mg (Tamoxifen Citrate)?
Tamodex 10 mg contains Tamoxifen Citrate (10 mg) and is used in the treatment of breast cancer. This prescription-based medication is available at leading pharmacies, drugstores, and medical supply stores.
Manufacturer
Biochem Pharmaceuticals (India) is the manufacturer of Tamodex 10 mg.
Strength and Availability
Tamodex 10 mg is available in various strengths and substitutes across pharmacies, drugstores, and medical supply stores.
Uses of Tamodex 10 mg (Tamoxifen Citrate)
Tamodex 10 mg is primarily used for:
✔ Breast cancer treatment
✔ Preventing the spread of breast cancer
How Does Tamodex 10 mg Work?
Tamoxifen Citrate is an anti-estrogen that works by blocking the effects of estrogen, a hormone responsible for the growth of certain breast cancer cells.
Precautions Before Taking Tamodex 10 mg
Who Should Avoid Tamodex 10 mg?
You should NOT take Tamodex 10 mg if you:
❌ Are allergic to Tamoxifen Citrate
❌ Have severe liver or kidney disease
❌ Are breastfeeding
❌ Have a history of blood clots or stroke
❌ Are taking blood thinners (e.g., Warfarin)
Things to Avoid While Taking Tamodex 10 mg
⚠ Avoid alcohol consumption
⚠ Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy
⚠ Avoid soy products, as they may stimulate tumor growth
⚠ Use effective birth control, as this medication is unsafe during pregnancy
Tell Your Doctor If You Have:
✔ High blood pressure or chest pain
✔ Kidney disease or kidney cancer
✔ Liver disease
✔ Bleeding disorders
✔ A history of uterine cancer
Tamodex 10 mg (Tamoxifen Citrate) Dosage & Administration
Recommended Dosage
📌 The usual Tamodex 10 mg dose for adults is 20–40 mg per day. Doses above 20 mg should be divided into two doses per day (morning & evening).
📌 Always follow your doctor's prescription.
How to Take Tamodex 10 mg?
✅ Take Tamodex 10 mg at a fixed time every day.
✅ Swallow the tablet whole with water.
✅ It can be taken with or without food.
Missed Dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose—never double-dose.
Overdose Warning
⚠ In case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
