Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. This is not medical advice. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.
From the official U.S. FDA label for tamoxifen (tamoxifen citrate), the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.
SOLTAMOX is an estrogen agonist/antagonist indicated: For treatment of adult patients with estrogen receptor-positive metastatic breast cancer ( 1.1 ) For adjuvant treatment of adult patients with early stage estrogen receptor- positive breast cancer ( 1.2 ) To reduce risk of invasive breast cancer following breast surgery and radiation in adult women with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) ( 1.3 ) To reduce the incidence of breast cancer in adult women at high risk ( 1.4 ) 1.1 Metastatic Breast Cancer SOLTAMOX is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with estrogen receptor-positive metastatic breast cancer. …
The following serious adverse reactions are discussed below and elsewhere in the labeling: Uterine malignancies [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , and Clinical Studies (14.4) ] Thromboembolic events [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , and Clinical Studies (14.4) ] Embryo-Fetal Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) , and Use in Specific Populations (8.1 , 8.3) ] Liver cancer [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Most common adverse reactions: hot flashes, mood disturbances, vaginal discharge, vaginal bleeding, nausea, and fluid retention ( 6.1 ). …
SOLTAMOX is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity (e.g., angioedema, serious skin reactions) to tamoxifen or any other SOLTAMOX ingredient [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . SOLTAMOX is contraindicated in patients who require concomitant warfarin therapy or have a history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolus if the indication for treatment is either reduction of breast cancer incidence in high-risk patients or risk reduction of invasive breast cancer after treatment of DC …
Uterine malignancies: Promptly evaluate abnormal vaginal bleeding in a woman with current or past tamoxifen use. ( 5.1 ) Thromboembolic events: Risk increases with coadministered chemotherapy. For treatment of breast cancer, consider risks and benefits in patients with a history of thromboembolic events. ( 5.2 ) Embryo-fetal toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.3 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) Effects on the liver: Liver cancer and liver abnormalities, some fatal, have occurred. Perform periodic liver function testing. …
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary SOLTAMOX can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman . There are no adequate and well- controlled studies of tamoxifen in pregnant women. There are limited postmarketing reports of vaginal bleeding, spontaneous abortions, birth defects, and fetal deaths in pregnant women taking tamoxifen. …
Store at room temperatures 20° to 25°C (68° - 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° to 30°C (59° - 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. DO NOT freeze or refrigerate. Store in original packaging in order to protect from light. …
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Tamoxifen 20 mg Tablet contains Tamoxifen (Tamoxifen Citrate) (20 mg), as tablet, according to its NAFDAC registration record.
Yes. Tamoxifen 20 mg Tablet is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number B4-7686, and its registration is active as of 27 October 2026.
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SOLTAMOX is an estrogen agonist/antagonist indicated: For treatment of adult patients with estrogen receptor-positive metastatic breast cancer ( 1.1 ) For adjuvant treatment of adult patients with early stage estrogen receptor- positive breast cancer ( 1.2 ) To reduce risk of invasive breast cancer following breast surgery and radiation in adult women with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) ( 1.3 ) T (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for tamoxifen (tamoxifen citrate). Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)
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