Tamilong 20 mg Tablet

Tamilong 20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 20 mg of tamoxifen in each tablet. It belongs to the selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) class and is used in the treatment and prevention of certain hormone-sensitive breast cancers. Doctors may also use tamoxifen in some other estrogen-related conditions when it is appropriate for the patient. Tamilong 20 mg Tablet is supplied by HAB Pharmaceuticals, India, in a box/strip of 10 tablets.

How it works: Tamoxifen in Tamilong 20 mg Tablet blocks estrogen from attaching to receptors in breast tissue, which can slow or stop the growth of hormone-sensitive cancer cells. As an oral tablet, it is taken by mouth and absorbed through the digestive tract before it starts working in the body.

Tamilong 20 mg Tablet is the standard 20 mg tablet strength, which is commonly used when a doctor needs a full adult dose rather than a lower-strength tablet. Because there are no other sibling strengths or forms listed for this brand, this tablet represents the main oral option for ongoing treatment, and your clinician chooses it based on your diagnosis, age, and treatment plan. Some people may notice benefits over time rather than immediately, so follow-up is important.

• Hormone receptor-positive breast cancer treatment
• Breast cancer recurrence prevention
• Breast cancer risk reduction in selected patients
• Treatment of certain estrogen-sensitive conditions as prescribed

• Swallow Tamilong 20 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember.
• You may take it with or without food if your doctor has not given different instructions.
• Do not crush, split, or chew the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor tells you to.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Follow the exact schedule your doctor prescribes, even if you feel well.

Each Tamilong 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of tamoxifen per tablet. It is commonly taken once daily, but your doctor may adjust the schedule depending on your condition and treatment goals; the maximum daily dose should not be changed on your own. Use only the amount prescribed by your clinician, since the right dose depends on your diagnosis and medical history.

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
• Mood changes
• Leg cramps
• Vaginal discharge or menstrual changes

• Tell your doctor if you have a history of blood clots, stroke, or heart disease before using Tamilong 20 mg Tablet.
• Use caution if you have liver disease, because tamoxifen is processed by the liver.
• This 20 mg tablet is a full-strength adult prescription dose and should only be used under medical supervision.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as tamoxifen can harm an unborn baby.
• Avoid starting new medicines or supplements without checking first, because tamoxifen has important drug interactions.
• Do not drive or do tasks that need alertness if the tablet causes dizziness or blurred vision.
• Alcohol may worsen side effects such as dizziness, nausea, or liver-related concerns in some patients.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Strong CYP2D6 inhibitors such as paroxetine or fluoxetine
• Certain seizure medicines or other enzyme-inducing drugs
• Estrogen-containing medicines, including some hormone therapies

Store Tamilong 20 mg Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat, moisture, and light, and keep it in the original strip until use.