• Admafen 20mg Tablet is an anti-estrogens
• It is used in the treatment of breast cancer
• It is also used to reduce the risk of breast cancer in pre- and postmenopausal women with a high risk
• This medicine helps to slow down the growth and multiplication of cancer cells
• Admafen 20mg Tablet is also helpful in the treatment of infertility
• It can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit
• It should be taken as your doctor's advice
• The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for
• Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms
• Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water
• This medicine is generally taken for 10 to 15 years
• You should Take Admafen 20mg Tablet for as long as it is prescribed for you.
• The most common side effects of this medicine include hot flashes, mood swings, vaginal bleeding, nausea, and fluid retention
• If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know
• There may be ways of reducing or preventing them
• Some side effects may mean you should inform your doctor immediately include vaginal bleeding, irregular menstrual period, and vaginal discharge
• It makes birth control pills less effective, hence use a condom and other preventive measures to avoid pregnancy.
• Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are on treatment of infertility or had a blood clot disorder
• Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Your doctor may perform some blood tests to check liver function and calcium level in the body.

Uses of Admafen 20mg Tablet

• In Breast cancer Admafen 20mg Tablet relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipple or changes in the shape or texture of the breast
• It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer, both in pre as well as postmenopausal women
• It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.

Missed Doses

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Frequestly asked Questions

What is Admafen 20mg Tablet and for what it is used for?

Admafen 20mg Tablet contains a medicine, Tamoxifen which works against a female sex hormone estrogen. It is used in the treatment of estrogen dependent breast cancer in women. It may also be used in the treatment of estrogen-dependent breast cancer in males.

How and in what dose should I use Admafen 20mg Tablet?

Take it as per the advice of your doctor. The number of doses you take each day and the duration depends on your medical problem. Take your tablet at about the same time every day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body. You can take it with or without food. Treatment with Admafen 20mg Tablet may be long term and you may require to take it for several years.

What if I forget to take Admafen 20mg Tablet?

If you forget to take a dose of Admafen 20mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near to your next dose, skip it and follow your usual dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for the forgotten one.

What if I stop taking Admafen 20mg Tablet?

Do not stop taking Admafen 20mg Tablet, even if you start feeling well, unless your doctor tells you. Stopping it early may increase the risk of breast cancer coming back.

What are the common side effects of using Admafen 20mg Tablet?

The most common side effects associated with Admafen 20mg Tablet include menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbance, vaginal irritation, loss of sex drive and mood changes. It may also cause fluid retention, vaginal discharge, indigestion, nausea, and changes in your periods. If any of these bother you, consult with your doctor.

What is Admafen 20mg Tablet and for what it is used for?

Tamoxifen is a medicine, which works against estrogen, a female sex hormone. It is used in the treatment of estrogen dependent breast cancer in women. It may also be used in the treatment of estrogen-dependent breast cancer in males.

How and in what dose should I use Admafen 20mg Tablet?

Take it as per the advice of your doctor. The number of doses you take each day and the duration depends on your medical problem. Take your tablet at about the same time every day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body. You can take it with or without food. Treatment with Admafen 20mg Tablet may be long term and you may require to take it for several years.

What if I forget to take Admafen 20mg Tablet?

If you forget to take a dose of Admafen 20mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near to your next dose, skip it and follow your usual dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for the forgotten one.

What if I stop taking Admafen 20mg Tablet?

Do not stop taking Admafen 20mg Tablet, even if you start feeling well, unless your doctor tells you. Stopping it early may increase the risk of breast cancer coming back.

What are the common side effects of using Admafen 20mg Tablet?

The most common side effects associated with Admafen 20mg Tablet include menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbance, vaginal irritation, loss of sex drive and mood changes. It may also cause fluid retention, vaginal discharge, indigestion, nausea, and changes in your periods. If any of these bother you, consult with your doctor.

Common and Known Side effects of Admafen 20mg Tablet

• Vaginal discharge
• Fatigue
• Mood swings
• Nausea
• Skin rash
• Vaginal bleeding
• Constipation
• Fluid retention
• Hot flushes
• Hair loss
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Fibroid
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Hypersensitivity
• Ischemic cerebrovascular events
• Headache
• Lightheadedness
• Sensory disturbance
• Cataract
• Retinopathy
• Thromboembolic events
• Abnormal liver enzyme
• Fatty liver disease
• Leg cramps
• Muscle pain
• Vaginal itching
• Endometrial changes
• Increased triglyceride level in blood