Main attributes Tamoxifen
Manufacturer:
PharmaxLab®
Brand name:
Tamox
Commercial name:
Nolvadex, Soltamox, Tamoxifen
Form of release:
Oral tablets
Dosage:
20mg per tablet
Amount in a package:
60 tab
Drug class:
Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)
Mechanism of Action:
Blocks estrogen receptors in breast tissue, inhibiting estrogen-mediated cell proliferation
Indications:
Primarily used to treat and prevent breast cancer; also used in bodybuilding to mitigate estrogenic side effects from anabolic steroid use
Active ingredient:
Tamoxifen citrate
CAS Name:
(Z)-2-[4-(1,2-Diphenylbut-1-enyl)phenoxy]-N,N-dimethylethanamine citrate
CAS Number:
10540-29-1
Molecular Formula:
C26H29NO.C6H8O7 (Tamoxifen citrate)
Method of use:
Oral administration
Best time to take:
Typically taken once or twice daily
Typical Dosage:
20mg to 40mg per day, often in divided doses
Anabolic activity:
None
Androgen activity:
None
Aromatisation (conversion to estrogens):
Not applicable
Side Effects:
Can include hot flashes, nausea, leg cramps, fatigue, mood swings, and an increased risk of blood clots
Half-life
Approximately 5-7 days
Toxicity:
Generally well-tolerated but can cause side effects such as hot flashes, nausea, leg cramps, and an increased risk of blood clots
Detection time:
Not typically relevant for tamoxifen use
Contraindications:
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, history of blood clots or stroke, severe liver disease
Interaction with other steroids:
Can be used to counteract estrogenic side effects from anabolic steroids
Precautions:
Regular monitoring for side effects, particularly blood clots, is recommended during therapy
Overdose:
Symptoms may include tremors, dizziness, and unsteady gait; seek medical attention if overdose is suspected
Age category:
Typically used by adults, not recommended for use in children
Legal Status:
Prescription-only medication in many countries
Storage conditions:
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat