What is Tamoxifen?

what is nolvadex

Tamoxifen (sold under brand names such as Nolvadex and Soltamox is a medication used to treat hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. This type of cancer depends on hormones like estrogen and/or progesterone to grow.

In addition to treatment, healthcare professionals may prescribe tamoxifen to help reduce the risk of developing breast cancer in individuals over the age of 35 who have an elevated risk. Since receiving approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1998, tamoxifen has become one of the most commonly prescribed therapies for hormone-related breast cancer.

Who May Use Tamoxifen?

Tamoxifen is typically recommended for individuals diagnosed with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. It may also help lower breast cancer risk in:

• Individuals with a strong family history of breast cancer or those who carry BRCA gene mutations.

• Patients who have already been treated for breast cancer, to help reduce the risk of recurrence. This includes preventing cancer in the opposite breast or reducing the likelihood of cancer returning after surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy.

A healthcare provider will review your medical history and individual risk factors to determine whether tamoxifen is an appropriate treatment option for you.

Product Specifications nolvadex

• Product Name: Nolvadex

• Active Ingredient: Tamoxifen Citrate

• Drug Class: Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM)

• Form: Oral tablets

• Common Strengths: 10mg / 20mg

• Administration: Oral

• Prescription Status: Varies by region