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TAMOXIFEN TABLET 20 MG [SIN07094P]
Active ingredients: TAMOXIFEN TABLET 20 MG
Product Info
TAMOXIFEN TABLET 20 MG
[SIN07094P]
Product information
Active Ingredient and Strength | TAMOXIFEN CITRATE EQV TAMOXIFEN - 20 MG |
Dosage Form | TABLET, FILM COATED |
Manufacturer and Country | TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD - ISRAEL |
Registration Number | SIN07094P |
Licence Holder | TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INVESTMENTS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
Forensic Classification | PRESCRIPTION ONLY MEDICINES |
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) code | L02BA01 |
4.1. Therapeutic indications
Tamoxifen is used for the treatment of breast cancer.
4.2. Posology and method of administration
For oral administration.
Adults (including elderly)
The dosage range is 20 to 40 mg daily, given either in divided doses twice daily or as a single dose once daily.
Use in children
The use of Tamoxifen is not recommended in children, as safety and efficacy have not been established (see Pharmacodynamic and Pharmacokinetics properties – please refer to the Product Insert/Patient Information Leaflet published on HSA for the full drug information).
4.3. Contraindications
Tamoxifen must not be given during pregnancy. Pre-menopausal patients must be carefully examined before treatment for breast cancer or infertility to exclude the possibility of pregnancy (see section 4.6. – please refer to the Product Insert/Patient Information Leaflet published on HSA for the full drug information).
Tamoxifen should not be given to patients who have experienced hypersensitivity to the product or any of its ingredients.
