Soltamox Oral Solution (Tamoxifen Citrate)

What is Soltamox Oral Solution?

Nolvadex is an anti-estrogen that reduces the spread of metastatic breast cancer.

What is Soltamox Oral Solution used for?

Nolvadex is used to treat metastatic breast cancer.  It is also used to treat breast cancer in some patients who had undergone surgery and radiation therapy.

How does Soltamox Oral Solution work?

Nolvadex works by blocking the spread of cancerous cells by interfering with the effects of estrogen in the breast tissue.

How to use Soltamox Oral Solution

Take Nolvadex in the manner prescribed by the doctor. Taking it for longer periods or in larger amount than recommended can cause health problems.

The medicine is usually taken orally, in tablet form. However, you may even use the liquid form of the medicine, but make sure you use only the special dose-measuring device to measure the liquid and not the regular tablespoon or teaspoon.

Remember to take Nolvadex every day and at the same time to get best results.

Soltamox Oral Solution warnings and precautions

Do not take Nolvadex if you are allergic to it or if you have a history of blood clotting in the lungs or legs.

Women suffering from ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) and with a high risk of breast cancer must necessarily discuss the benefits of this medicine with their doctor.

Discuss with your doctor if you are using medicines to treat cytotoxic cancer, have a high blood calcium level, low white blood cell count, high cholesterol or lipid levels, or if you have had cataract or other vision problems, in the past. Your dosage will have to be altered according to your medical condition.

Abstain from alcohol while you are under this medication as it can lead to serious side effects.

Pregnant and lactating women should not use this medicine without consulting their doctors.

What do I do if I have missed a Soltamox Oral Solution dose?

If you have missed a Nolvadex dose, take it as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is time for the regular dose. Do not take two doses at once to make up.

What do I do if I have taken a Soltamox Oral Solution overdose?

If you have taken an overdose of Nolvadex, consult your doctor immediately.

Soltamox Oral Solution interactions

Some medicines are known to interact with Nolvadex when used in tandem with it.

Do not take anti-coagulants like anastraole and letrozole, along with Nolvadex.

Also, discuss with your doctor, beforehand, if you are taking warfarin, cistiplatin, rifampin, Phenobarbital, Flurouracil or mitomycin C, St. John’s Wort or aromatase inhibitors.

Hormonal forms of contraceptive measures like birth control pills, patches, implants; anti depressants like fluoxetine, may interact with Nolvadex and lead to unwanted complications.

Soltamox Oral Solution side effects

Minor side effects from Nolvadex include bone pain; constipation; coughing; hot flashes; muscle pain; nausea; tiredness; vaginal discharge; weight loss.

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these severe side effects of Nolvadex occur:

Severe allergic reactions like rash, hives, itching, breathing trouble, tightness in the chest; swelling  in the mouth, face, lips, tongue, arms and legs; unexplained hoarseness, abnormal menstrual cycle, vaginal bleeding or bloody discharge, chest pain, coughing up blood, dark urine, decreased sexual desire or ability, depression, fever, chills, persistent sore throat, groin or pelvic pain, loss of appetite, lack of coordination, missed menstrual period, new or increased breast tumor or pain, new or unusual lumps, one-sided weakness; red, swollen, blistered, peeling skin; persistent  fatigue, skin changes, stomach pain, sudden and severe headache, unusual bleeding or bruising, vision  and speech problems, and yellowing of the eyes and skin.