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Kwangdong Tamoxifen Tablets 10 mg (Tamoxifen Citrate)

Kwangdong Tamoxifen Tablets 10 mg (Tamoxifen Citrate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Tamoxifen Citrate›15.2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Kwangdong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablets
Packaging
100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 10)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 199302443 · Notified 1993.04.30 · Insurance code 641800850

Summary

Main use
Treatment of breast cancer
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: The daily dose is 20~40 mg, administered orally in 2 divided doses (morning and evening). Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Kwangdong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of breast cancer

  • Breast cancer
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This medicine is used for breast cancer.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: The daily dose is 20~40 mg, administered orally in 2 divided doses (morning and evening). Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medicine should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. It should also not be administered to those who are allergic to this medicine or taking certain medications that should not be used with it. This medicine contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or genetic lactose metabolism disorders should not take it. Patients with reduced white blood cells or platelets should use this medicine cautiously and consult a doctor immediately if any adverse reactions occur. Common symptoms after taking this medicine may include nausea, fluid retention, vaginal bleeding, skin rash, flushing, and fatigue. Various side effects may occur, such as blood abnormalities, vision changes, muscle pain, thrombosis, and liver function abnormalities, so caution is needed. Especially, the risk of thrombosis may increase, so patients with a history of thrombosis or risk factors should discuss thoroughly with healthcare providers. Pregnancy should be avoided while taking this medicine, and women of childbearing age should implement strict contraception. Regular gynecological examinations during and after treatment are also recommended. This medicine may interact with certain drugs, so if taking other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. It is best not to take this medicine while breastfeeding, and if unavoidable, breastfeeding should be stopped. The safety of this medicine in children has not been established, so it is preferable not to use it in children. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so seek immediate medical care for appropriate treatment. This medicine should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container. Consult healthcare providers immediately if any unusual symptoms or suspected side effects occur.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • fluid retention
  • vaginal bleeding
  • vaginal discharge
  • skin rash
  • flushing
  • fatigue
  • anemia
  • cataract
  • retinopathy
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  • hypersensitivity reaction
  • increased triglycerides
  • leg cramps
  • myalgia
  • uterine fibroids
  • ischemic cerebrovascular disease
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • sensory disturbances
  • pruritus vulvae
  • endometrial changes
  • hair loss
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • changes in liver enzyme levels
  • fatty liver
  • thromboembolic reactions
  • thrombocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • vision disturbances
  • pancreatitis
  • hypercalcemia
  • endometrial cancer
  • interstitial pneumonia
  • cirrhosis
  • neutropenia
  • agranulocytosis
  • corneal changes
  • optic neuropathy
  • uterine sarcoma
  • tumor flare
  • optic neuritis
  • hepatitis
  • cholestasis
  • liver failure
  • hepatocellular damage
  • liver necrosis
  • angioedema
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • cutaneous vasculitis
  • blistering similar to pemphigus
  • erythema multiforme
  • endometriosis
  • cystic ovarian enlargement
  • vaginal polyps
  • cutaneous erythematosus lupus
  • late-onset porphyria
  • radiation recall
  • insomnia
  • depressive state
  • loss of appetite
  • abdominal pain
  • deep vein thrombosis
  • cerebral thrombosis
  • lower extremity venous thrombosis
  • phlebitis
  • amenorrhea
  • menstrual irregularities
  • uterine myomas
  • ovarian cysts
  • ovarian follicle
  • sweating
  • retinal atrophy
  • optic atrophy
  • vision reduction
  • blurred vision
  • weight gain
  • edema
  • bone pain
  • malaise
  • increased urination

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, avoid very hot or very cold places, and it is best to store it at normal room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 10)

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