Blastofen 20 mg Tablet

Blastofen 20 mg Tablet is a prescription anti-cancer medicine containing tamoxifen 20 mg in each tablet. Each pack contains 10 strips/boxes as supplied for this strength, and it is made by Chandra Bhagat Pharma. Tamoxifen is a selective estrogen receptor modulator used mainly for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, and Blastofen 20 mg Tablet may also be used in certain other breast cancer treatment plans or risk-reduction settings when prescribed by a doctor.

How it works: Tamoxifen in Blastofen 20 mg Tablet blocks estrogen from attaching to hormone receptors in some breast cancer cells, which can slow or stop their growth. As a tablet, it is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive tract, then the medicine circulates in the body to help control estrogen-sensitive cancer cells.

Blastofen 20 mg Tablet is the higher-strength sibling of Blastofen 10 mg Tablet, so it is suited to patients whose doctor wants the standard 20 mg dose in one tablet rather than two lower-strength tablets. It does not work by feeling stronger right away; instead, the higher strength mainly makes dosing simpler and can improve adherence when a full 20 mg dose is needed.

• Hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
• Breast cancer treatment after surgery or other therapy
• Reducing the chance of recurrence in selected patients
• Risk reduction in some high-risk patients when prescribed
• Other doctor-directed uses related to estrogen-sensitive disease

• Swallow Blastofen 20 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush, split, or chew unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you otherwise.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember your dose.
• It can usually be taken with or without food; if it upsets your stomach, taking it with food may help.
• Follow the exact schedule your doctor gives you; this medicine is often taken once daily, but your regimen may differ.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose unless your prescriber specifically instructs you to do so.

Blastofen 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of tamoxifen in each tablet, which is a common full daily dose for many adults when this strength is prescribed. It may be taken once daily, but the exact frequency and total daily dose are decided by the doctor based on the cancer type, treatment plan, and how well you tolerate it. Do not exceed the prescribed amount; some patients need a different schedule, and the doctor determines whether a lower or higher total dose is appropriate.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Tamoxifen may include:

• Hot flashes
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Leg cramps
• Mood changes
• Vaginal discharge or menstrual changes

• Tell your doctor if you have a history of blood clots, stroke, or heart disease before starting Blastofen 20 mg Tablet.
• This 20 mg strength is intended only when a prescriber has assessed that the full dose is appropriate; do not substitute it on your own for lower strengths.
• Do not use if you are pregnant; tamoxifen can harm an unborn baby.
• Use effective nonhormonal contraception if your doctor says pregnancy should be avoided during treatment.
• Report any vaginal bleeding, new breast lumps, leg swelling, or shortness of breath promptly.
• Use caution with driving or tasks requiring alertness if you feel dizzy, tired, or have blurred vision.
• Tell your clinician about all medicines and supplements, especially if you have a clotting risk or liver disease.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners can interact with tamoxifen and increase bleeding risk.
• Certain antidepressants that affect CYP2D6, such as fluoxetine, paroxetine, and bupropion, may reduce tamoxifen activation.
• Rifampin and some seizure medicines can lower tamoxifen levels.
• Estrogen-containing medicines, including some hormone therapies and birth control products, may reduce the effect of tamoxifen.
• Aromatase inhibitors or other cancer medicines may require special coordination by your oncologist.

Store Blastofen 20 mg Tablet at room temperature in the original strip/box, away from excess heat, moisture, and out of reach of children.