Caditam 20 mg Tablet

Caditam 20 mg Tablet is a prescription anti-cancer medicine that contains tamoxifen 20 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) class and is used in the treatment and prevention of certain hormone receptor-positive breast cancers. Doctors may also prescribe Caditam 20 mg Tablet to lower the risk of breast cancer coming back or developing in the other breast in selected patients. Because it is a 20 mg tablet, it is a full-strength tamoxifen tablet for people whose treatment plan specifically calls for this dose.

How it works: Tamoxifen in Caditam 20 mg Tablet works by blocking estrogen from attaching to receptors in some breast cancer cells, which can slow or stop their growth. As a tablet, it is swallowed and absorbed into the body, where it helps lower estrogen-driven activity over time.

Caditam 20 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tamoxifen tablet than Caditam 10 mg Tablet, so it is usually chosen when a doctor wants the full 20 mg dose in a single tablet. This can make daily dosing simpler and may be preferred once the prescriber has assessed the patient’s condition, treatment goal, and tolerance to tamoxifen. It is not meant for self-adjusting the dose or for starting treatment without medical supervision.

• Treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
• Adjuvant therapy after breast surgery
• Reduction of breast cancer recurrence risk
• Prevention of breast cancer in selected high-risk patients
• Treatment of metastatic breast cancer in some cases

• Swallow the Caditam 20 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually at the same time each day.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• Do not split, crush, or chew the tablet unless your doctor or pharmacist specifically tells you to.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose.

Each Caditam 20 mg Tablet provides tamoxifen 20 mg. The usual schedule may be once daily, but your doctor may adjust how often you take it based on your cancer type, treatment plan, and how you respond. Do not take more than the amount prescribed; the maximum daily dose depends on your doctor’s instructions and should not be changed on your own.

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
• Menstrual changes or vaginal discharge

• Caditam 20 mg Tablet is a stronger single-tablet dose than Caditam 10 mg Tablet, so use only the dose your doctor prescribed.
• This medicine can raise the risk of blood clots, especially in people with a history of clotting problems or prolonged immobility.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of stroke, liver disease, cataracts, or abnormal uterine bleeding.
• Do not use if you are pregnant; tamoxifen can harm an unborn baby.
• Use caution with driving or activities that need alertness if you feel dizzy, tired, or have vision changes.
• Tell your oncology team about all medicines and supplements, because some can affect how tamoxifen works.
• If you are having surgery or will be immobilized, ask your doctor whether tamoxifen should be held temporarily.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners may interact and increase bleeding risk.
• Certain antidepressants such as some SSRIs or SNRIs can reduce tamoxifen activation.
• Rifampin and other strong enzyme inducers may lower tamoxifen levels.
• Aromatase inhibitors or other hormone therapies may require careful coordination by your doctor.

Store Caditam 20 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.