Tamova 40 mg Tablet

Composition of Tamova 40 mg Tablet

Tamova 40 mg Tablet contains Tamoxifen citrate equivalent to Tamoxifen 40 mg (per tablet). It belongs to the Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM) class of medicines.

Uses of Tamova 40 mg Tablet

• Treatment of estrogen receptor (ER) positive breast cancer
• adjuvant therapy after surgery/radiotherapy/chemotherapy
• metastatic breast cancer; may also be used for breast cancer risk reduction in high-risk patients as advised by doctor

Key benefits

• Helps treat ER-positive breast cancer
• Reduces risk of recurrence after initial treatment
• Controls spread in metastatic breast cancer
• May reduce breast cancer risk in selected high-risk patients

How Tamova 40 mg Tablet works

Tamoxifen is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM). It blocks estrogen receptors in breast tissue, reducing estrogen-driven growth of breast cancer cells. In some other tissues it may show partial estrogen-like effects.

How to take Tamova 40 mg Tablet

Tablet: take exactly as prescribed by the oncologist, usually once daily at the same time each day; can be taken with or without food. Swallow with water; do not stop therapy without medical advice.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause nausea, vomiting and withdrawal bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Tamova 40 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Tamova are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Hot flashes
• nausea
• vomiting
• vaginal discharge
• menstrual irregularities
• fatigue
• headache
• leg cramps
• fluid retention
• rash

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Tamova 40 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only anticancer hormone therapy. Increased risk of blood clots (DVT/PE) and stroke—seek urgent care for leg swelling/pain, chest pain, sudden breathlessness or weakness. Can increase risk of endometrial changes/cancer—report abnormal vaginal bleeding. May cause cataracts/vision changes. Use caution in patients with history of thromboembolism, hyperlipidemia, liver disease. Regular follow-up, gynecologic review when appropriate, and monitoring as advised are important.

Do not take Tamova if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a history of blood clots, certain hormone-sensitive cancers, or active liver disease. Several are contraindicated in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Warfarin and other anticoagulants (increased bleeding risk/INR changes), strong CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., paroxetine, fluoxetine, bupropion, quinidine) may reduce active metabolite and effectiveness, rifampicin may reduce levels, other hormonal therapies/estrogens may interfere, certain anticancer agents (monitor as directed)

How to store Tamova 40 mg Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from light and moisture. Keep in original pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Tamova 40 mg Tablet

Set a daily alarm if you take it for contraception. Keep your review appointments — blood pressure and other checks matter on long-term hormones.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

OLYMPUS

Therapeutic class:

Anticancer (Hormonal therapy)

Drug class:

Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM)