Nolvadex (tamoxifen citrate) is a prescription drug intended for the treatment of breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Such drugs as rifampin, bromocriptine, letrozole, aminoglutethimide, phenobarbital, as well as blood-thinners and other cancer drugs are likely to interact with Nolvadex making it less efficient or altering its effects. Talk to your doctor about the treatment, any risks there are and for how long you will be required to take Nolvadex. Mention to your health care provider the fact of having any of the following health conditions to make sure they do not interfere with your treatment: any allergies to drugs or foods, high levels of blood calcium, high cholesterol, a history of blood clots, low levels of white blood cells, vision problems and any other conditions you think may be of importance.
You need to contact your health care provider as soon as possible in case of having the following symptoms: loss of appetite, kidney failure, weakness and muscle pain. These may be the symptoms of high levels of calcium in the blood. If you think you may have become pregnant during the period of treatment continue taking this drug and discuss your options with your doctor. Even if the pregnancy occurred within 2 months after you have stopped the treatment your unborn baby could be harmed. Avoid getting pregnant by using reliable methods of birth control - your health car provider can advise you some non-hormonal methods. Taking any other medications should also be reported to make sure Nolvadex does not interact with anything else. Dizziness is one of the side effects reported by some patients taking Nolvadex. If you become dizzy after taking a dosage of this medicine do not do anything that requires alertness and concentration and may be dangerous for people around you.
Brand names: Nolvadex, Istubal, Valodex, Apo-Tamox, Gen-Tamoxifen, Nolvadex-D, Novo-Tamoxifen, PMS-Tamoxifen, Tamofen, Tamone
Generic names: Tamoxifen
