CYTOTam 20mg Tablet

CYTOTam 20 mg Tablet – Tamoxifen for Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer

CYTOTam 20 mg Tablet contains Tamoxifen 20 mg, a prescription hormonal anticancer medicine used to treat selected types of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in women and men. It may also be prescribed after primary breast cancer treatment to help reduce the risk of the disease returning or developing in the opposite breast. Tamoxifen belongs to a class of medicines called selective estrogen receptor modulators, also known as SERMs. It works by attaching to estrogen receptors and blocking the effects of estrogen in breast tissue. This helps slow or stop the growth of cancer cells that depend on estrogen. CYTOTam 20 mg Tablet must be taken exactly as prescribed by an oncologist. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the type and stage of cancer, hormone-receptor status, previous treatments, treatment response, and the patient’s overall health.

Key Features

• Contains Tamoxifen 20 mg: A selective estrogen receptor modulator.
• Hormonal Anticancer Therapy: Blocks the effects of estrogen in breast tissue.
• Helps Control Cancer Growth: Used for eligible estrogen-sensitive breast cancers.
• May Reduce Recurrence Risk: Can help reduce the risk of breast cancer returning after primary treatment.
• Oral Tablet: Taken according to the treatment schedule prescribed by an oncologist.

Active Ingredient

• Tamoxifen Citrate: Equivalent to Tamoxifen 20 mg, an anti-estrogen medicine used in hormonal breast cancer treatment.

Uses

• Treatment of selected hormone receptor-positive breast cancers.
• Adjuvant treatment after surgery, radiotherapy, or chemotherapy for breast cancer.
• Treatment of advanced or metastatic breast cancer in eligible women and men.
• Reduction of the risk of invasive breast cancer in selected women with ductal carcinoma in situ.
• Reduction of breast cancer incidence in appropriately assessed high-risk women.

How to Use

• Take CYTOTam 20 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.
• The tablet may be taken with or without food.
• Take the medicine at approximately the same time every day.
• If you miss a dose, take it when remembered unless it is nearly time for the next dose.
• Do not take two doses together to compensate for a missed dose.
• Do not stop treatment without consulting your oncologist.

Precautions

• Use only under the supervision of a qualified oncologist or healthcare professional.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of blood clots, stroke, liver disease, cataracts, high cholesterol, or abnormal vaginal bleeding.
• Inform your doctor before surgery or any prolonged period of limited movement.
• Regular breast examinations, gynecological assessments, eye examinations, and blood tests may be required.
• Inform your healthcare provider about all prescription medicines, anticoagulants, antidepressants, vitamins, and herbal supplements you use.
• Use effective non-hormonal contraception during treatment and for the period recommended by your doctor after stopping treatment.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Warning

• Blood Clots: Tamoxifen may increase the risk of deep-vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
• Stroke: Treatment may increase the risk of stroke in some patients.
• Uterine Changes: Tamoxifen may increase the risk of endometrial cancer, uterine sarcoma, or other uterine abnormalities.
• Eye Problems: Cataracts, blurred vision, or other visual changes may occur.
• Liver Problems: Liver-function abnormalities and serious liver complications may occur.
• Seek immediate medical attention for sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing blood, leg swelling, severe headache, weakness on one side, or difficulty speaking.
• Contact your doctor promptly if you experience unusual vaginal bleeding, bloody discharge, pelvic pain, or menstrual changes.
• Tamoxifen may harm an unborn baby and should not be used during pregnancy unless specifically directed by a specialist.

Common Side Effects

• Hot flashes or night sweats.
• Vaginal discharge, dryness, or irritation.
• Irregular menstrual bleeding.
• Nausea or indigestion.
• Headache or dizziness.
• Fatigue.
• Muscle or leg cramps.
• Fluid retention or swelling.
• Mood changes or sleep disturbances.

Storage

• Store below 30°C or according to the instructions printed on the original packaging.
• Protect the tablets from moisture, excessive heat, and direct light.
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging until use.
• Do not use the medicine after the expiry date printed on the pack.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Legal Disclaimer: CYTOTam 20 mg Tablet is a prescription hormonal anticancer medicine intended for use only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. It may cause serious adverse effects and requires appropriate medical monitoring. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or the instructions supplied with the medicine.