Admafen 20mg Tablet

Tablet
Rs.24.20for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
1
Unfortunately, we don't have any more items in stock
Report Error

Composition FOR Admafen 20mg Tablet

Tamoxifen(20mg)

food interaction for Admafen Tablet

alcohol interaction for Admafen Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Admafen Tablet

lactation interaction for Admafen Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Admafen 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Admafen 20mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Admafen 20mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Admafen 20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Admafen 20mg Tablet

Tamoxifen(20mg)

Admafen tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment and prevention of breast cancer.

How admafen tablet works

Admafen 20mg Tablet is a hormone-based medication. It works by binding to estrogen receptors and blocking the effects of estrogen (a natural female hormone) in the breast tissue. This slows down the growth and multiplication of breast cancer cells.

Common side effects of admafen tablet

Hot flashes, Nausea, Vaginal discharge, Vaginal bleeding, Mood swings, Fluid retention

SUBSTITUTES FOR Admafen Tablet

20 Substitutes
20 Substitutes
Sorted By
RelevancePrice
  • Mamofen 20 Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 2.70/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 29
    pay 12% more per Tablet
  • Caditam 20mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 3.20/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 32.93
    pay 32% more per Tablet
  • Tamtero 20 Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Hetero Drugs Ltd
    Rs. 2.80/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 32.75
    pay 16% more per Tablet
  • Cytotam 20 Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Cipla Ltd
    Rs. 2.20/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 26.69
    save 9% more per Tablet
  • Tamoxilon 20mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Celon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 3.10/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 32
    pay 28% more per Tablet

Expert advice FOR Admafen Tablet

  • Tamoxifen helps treat breast cancer.
  • It also reduces the risk of cancer coming back and of getting cancer in the other breast. 
  • Use a reliable barrier contraceptive method (such as condoms) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for 2 months after you stop taking it.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if your periods become irregular, especially if associated with heavier bleeding.
  • Do not stop taking the medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Frequently asked questions FOR Admafen 20mg Tablet

Tamoxifen

Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Show More
Q. 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.
Q. 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)