Tamofen Benefits & Uses

Tamofen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer

Tamofen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tamofen Related Warnings

Is the use of Tamofen safe for pregnant women?

Tamofen has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Tamofen without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tamofen safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Tamofen. Immediately discontinue Tamofen if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tamofen on the Kidneys?

Tamofen rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tamofen on the Liver?

Tamofen may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tamofen on the Heart?

Tamofen has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tamofen with Other Drugs

Tamofen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Warfarin

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Mild

Bromocriptine

Tamofen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tamofen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Blood Clotting Disorders
Cataract
High Cholesterol

Frequently asked Questions about Tamofen

Is this Tamofen habit forming or addictive?

Tamofen does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Tamofen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Tamofen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Tamofen for mental disorders.

No

Tamofen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tamofen

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tamofen, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tamofen

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tamofen.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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