Xifen 10 mg Tablet

Xifen 10 mg Tablet is a prescription anti-cancer medicine that contains 10 mg of tamoxifen in each tablet. Tamoxifen is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) used in hormone receptor-positive breast cancer and for other doctor-directed breast cancer treatment and prevention uses. The Xifen 10 mg Tablet strength is intended for patients whose prescriber has chosen this specific dose as part of an individualized tamoxifen plan. It should be taken exactly as prescribed, because tamoxifen dosing can vary based on the condition being treated and the patient's response.

How it works: Tamoxifen works by blocking estrogen from attaching to estrogen receptors in breast tissue, which can slow or stop the growth of some breast cancer cells. As a tablet, Xifen 10 mg Tablet is swallowed and then absorbed into the body, where tamoxifen is processed into active forms that help produce its anti-estrogen effect.

Each Xifen 10 mg Tablet provides 10 mg of tamoxifen, which is a lower-strength tablet used when a doctor wants smaller, more adjustable doses. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand, Xifen 10 mg Tablet fits into standard tamoxifen regimens by allowing the prescriber to tailor the total daily dose using one or more tablets as needed. This strength may be chosen for gradual dose adjustments, split dosing, or when a patient needs a smaller tablet strength than a higher-dose option.

• Treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
• Risk reduction in people at high risk for breast cancer
• Help prevent breast cancer recurrence after primary treatment
• Doctor-directed treatment for certain breast cancer situations

• Swallow Xifen 10 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it at the same time each day if your prescriber tells you to use it daily.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your doctor or pharmacist says it is okay.
• If your prescribed regimen uses more than one tablet per day, follow the exact schedule your doctor gives you.
• If you vomit after a dose or miss a dose, ask your pharmacist or doctor for instructions rather than doubling up on your own.

Each Xifen 10 mg Tablet contains 10 mg of tamoxifen, so the total daily dose may be 10 mg or may be higher if your prescriber directs more than one tablet per day. The exact dose, how often to take it, and the maximum daily amount are determined by your doctor based on your condition, other medicines, and response to treatment. Do not change the number of tablets you take unless your prescriber tells you to do so.

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
• Menstrual changes
• Vaginal discharge or dryness
• Headache
• Mild swelling

• Tell your doctor if you have a history of blood clots, stroke, or heart disease before taking Xifen 10 mg Tablet.
• Tell your prescriber if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; tamoxifen can cause harm in pregnancy.
• Use effective nonhormonal contraception unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Report any new vaginal bleeding or pelvic pain promptly, especially if you are premenopausal or postmenopausal.
• Get medical advice before using this medicine if you have liver disease, because tamoxifen is processed by the liver.
• Some medicines can lower tamoxifen effectiveness, so your full medication list should be reviewed, including antidepressants and blood thinners.
• If you notice dizziness or vision changes, use caution with driving or operating machinery until you know how the tablet affects you.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners may increase bleeding risk with tamoxifen.
• Strong CYP2D6 inhibitors such as paroxetine and fluoxetine can reduce tamoxifen activation.
• Aromatase inhibitors may interact in breast cancer treatment plans and must be coordinated by a clinician.
• Estrogen-containing medicines, including some hormone therapies, may reduce tamoxifen's effect.
• Rifampin and some other enzyme-inducing medicines may lower tamoxifen levels.

Store Xifen 10 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.