Tamoxifin

Were you looking for information on Tamoxifen? Tamoxifin is a common misspelling of tamoxifen.
 
Tamoxifen is a prescription drug that can treat certain types of breast cancer, such as ductal carcinoma in situ, metastatic breast cancer, and node-positive breast cancer. It can also help prevent the disease in women who are at high risk for it. The drug is available in tablet form, and is typically taken once or twice a day. Potential side effects of tamoxifen include vaginal discharge, water retention, and abnormal menstrual periods.
 
(Click Tamoxifen to read the complete eMedTV article, which provides a detailed look at how the drug works, dosing information, and a more complete list of possible side effects.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;