Mamofen 10mg Tablets

Written by Manoj Kumar, M.Pharm (Pharmacology)

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Manoj Kumar, M.Pharm (Pharmacology)

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What is Mamofen 10mg?

Mamofen 10mg is an anti-estrogen medication used to treat breast cancer. It reduces the risk of breast cancer in high-risk premenopausal and postmenopausal women by slowing cancer cell growth.

It contains Tamoxifen, an active ingredient that blocks estrogen, a hormone that certain breast cancers need to grow. Doctors may also prescribe Mamofen for infertility caused by ovulation failure.

How Does Mamofen 10mg Work?

Tamoxifen, the active ingredient in Mamofen, blocks estrogen’s effects, helping to treat and prevent breast cancer. It is also used to lower the risk of breast cancer in women with a family history of the disease.

How to Use Mamofen 10mg?

• Take Mamofen exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• It can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Do not exceed the recommended dose.

For infertility treatment, your doctor will determine the right dosage and duration. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it’s almost time for the next dose. Never double the dose to make up for a missed one.

Overdosing can lead to serious side effects, so follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

Precautions and warnings

Considering a few precautions and warnings beforehand can help you treat your medical condition quickly.

It is suggested to inform the doctor about your medical history beforehand like:

• Blood clot disorder
• Treatment of infertility
• Liver disease
• Kidney disorder
• Heart disease

You must also let the doctor know if you take any other medication as several other drugs make Mamofen less effective and alter its working.

Both pregnant and breastfeeding women must discuss this with the doctor before taking Mamofen 10mg.

The doctor will also conduct some blood tests in order to check your liver function and calcium level in the body.

Side effects

Following the prescription of your doctor can save you from severe side effects.

The most common side effects of Mamofen tablet include:

• Mood swings
• Hot flashes
• Vaginal bleeding
• Vaginal discharge
• Fluid retention

Call the doctor promptly, if any of your side effects both you or appear serious.

The doctor will suggest some effective ways to reduce the side effects.