Tamoxifen (tamoxifen) is used in both men and women to treat certain types of cancer. It may be given as a preventative measure or as part of a larger cancer therapy plan to combat existing cancer.

Tamoxifen prevents estrogen from binding to receptors. Over 70 percent of breast cancer is estrogen receptor-positive (ER-Positive or ER+), meaning its growth is stimulated by exposure to estrogen. Restricting access to estrogen will inhibit development, growth and spread of the cancer. The medication is most often used in postmenopausal women, but also sees frequent use in premenopausal women, men, and, more rarely, children.

Estrogen levels can have a tremendous impact on the health and function of the body, particularly in women. Do not buy tamoxifen to treat self-diagnosed conditions; schedule regular checkups during use to ensure the medication is working and to monitor for any developing side effects.

Treating Breast Cancer with Tamoxifen

Tamoxifen is usually prescribed in one of three scenarios:

• When there is a high risk of developing breast cancer, but no cancer has been detected;
• When cancer has been detected, to prevent the cancer from spreading or growing larger;
• When cancer has been removed through surgery, chemotherapy or other procedures, to prevent regrowth.

Tablets come in strengths of 10 to 20 mg. Daily dosage may be higher than 20 mg, in which case multiple tablets will be taken. If only one tablet is taken, it should be done in the morning. If multiple tablets are taken, the total dose should be divided into two doses, taken morning and evening.

Like all hormone therapies, treatment with tamofixen works best when levels of the drug remain consistent in the body. Try to take each dose at the same time each day; if taking two or more doses a day, try to take them spread as evenly apart as possible. Missed doses should be taken as soon as possible.

Tamoxifen treatment very often lasts 5 years or longer. During this time dosage may be adjusted and other, complimentary medications may be prescribed to enhance the medication's effects.

Some patients do not experience much benefit from tamoxifen; if the medication is not producing desired effects, or is producing disruptive side effects, it may be worthwhile to explore alternative options rather than continuing to buy tamoxifen. Luckily there are many similar medications available; a doctor can determine which are the best candidates for a particular individual.

Warnings & Side Effects

Patients with a history of blood clots or stroke, or who are taking blood thinners, should use this medication with caution and receive regular checkups to monitor the medication's effect.

Most side effects experienced while taking tamoxifen are mild, and often disappear completely after a few days of treatment:

• Hot flashes
• Stomach upset
• Leg cramps
• Menstrual changes
• Headache
• Loss of interest in sex
• Hair thinning

Rarely more serious side effects are experienced. Symptoms that should be brought to the attention of a physician include:

• Eye pain
• Blurry or altered vision
• Easy bleeding or bruising
• Extreme fatigue
• Severe stomach pain
• Symptoms of infection
• Yellowing of eyes or skin
• Severe chest pain

Other medications and nutritional supplements may reduce effectiveness of the treatment; ask a doctor or pharmacist about potential interactions before mixing products.

Buy Tamoxifen for Less at Kiwi Drug

At Kiwi Drug you can buy tamoxifen for less -- less money and less hassle. Our medications are as authentic as those at your local pharmacy, without the added cost of running a brick & mortar store, and without the added hassle of running around to pick up prescriptions.

Clients will need a prescription to buy tamoxifen. If you don't have one, we may be able to issue one for you, at no extra cost, through our online doctor. Follow instructions during checkout to see if you qualify or to submit an external prescription.