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Tamtero 20 mg Tablet 10's
Tamtero 20 mg Tablet 10's

Tamoxifen is primarily used to treat and prevent breast cancer. In order to lower the chance of cancer recurrence following surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy, it is frequently administered for both early and advanced stages of breast cancer.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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What happens if 5 tablets of tamoxifen 20 mg taken at the same time?

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Taking 5 tablets of tamoxifen 20 mg at the same time (total 100 mg) is significantly more than the usual prescribed daily dose, which is typically 20 mg once daily. This could increase the risk of side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, hot flashes, blood clots, vision changes, or even more serious complications. If someone has taken this much tamoxifen at once, they should seek immediate medical advice or go to the nearest hospital emergency department. Always follow your doctor’s prescription carefully and never take more than the directed amount.

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Side effects of Tamtero 20 mg Tablet
  • Eat a healthy balanced diet.
  • Reduce stress with relaxation techniques such as yoga or meditation.
  • Keep track of your menstrual cycle any irregularities.
  • Have regular check ups to exclude other health problems.
  • Exercise but do not exercise to the extent of overheating.
  • Hydrate well, eat well (particularly iron and vitamins).
  • Eat a healthy balanced diet.
  • Reduce stress with relaxation techniques such as yoga or meditation.
  • Keep track of your menstrual cycle any irregularities.
  • Have regular check ups to exclude other health problems.
  • Exercise but do not exercise to the extent of overheating.
  • Hydrate well, eat well (particularly iron and vitamins).
  • Eating foods high in vitamins C (like oranges, peppers, and tomatoes) and E (like peanuts, spinach, and broccoli) may help protect your eyes from cataracts or slow them down.
  • Quit smoking and cut back on alcohol.
  • Wear sunglasses when you are outside to protect your eyes from the sun.
  • Keep your blood sugar under control, because high blood sugar can cause changes in the eye lens that lead to cataracts.
  • Have regular eye checkups to catch any problems early.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Cough:
  • Tell your doctor about the cough symptoms you're experiencing, which may be triggered by your medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication, adding new medications, or providing guidance on managing your cough symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, such as water, tea, or soup, to help thin out mucus and soothe your throat.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your cough persists or worsens, consult your doctor for further guidance.
  • Reduce salt intake to minimize fluid buildup.
  • Use compression stockings, sleeves, or gloves.
  • Gently massage the affected area towards the heart.
  • Protect the swollen area from injury and keep it clean.
  • Use lotion or cream to keep the skin moisturized.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TamoxifenSparfloxacin
Critical
TamoxifenThioridazine
Critical

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TamoxifenSparfloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with sparfloxacin can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with Sparfloxacin is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamoxifenThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with thioridazine can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with Thioridazine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamoxifenSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with saquinavir may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with Saquinavir is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamoxifenDicoumarol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with dicoumarol can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with Dicoumarol is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience bleeding, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
TamoxifenPimozide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with Pimozide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pimozide with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamoxifenZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamoxifenWarfarin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with warfarin can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet with Warfarin is not recommended but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience bleeding, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamoxifenNilotinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking nilotinib together with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet and nilotinib together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamoxifenEfavirenz
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking efavirenz together with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamtero 20 mg Tablet and efavirenz together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamoxifenLenalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet:
Taking lenalidomide together with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between lenalidomide and Tamtero 20 mg Tablet, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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TAMOXIFEN-20MGTyramine-containing food, Calcium rich foods
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

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TAMOXIFEN-20MGTyramine-containing food, Calcium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Natto, Tempeh, Fermented Tofu, Tofu Set With Calcium, Calcium-Fortified Soy Milk

How to manage the interaction:
Soy contains chemicals that may promote the formation of breast tumors and interfere with the action of Tamtero 20 mg Tablet. Avoid taking soy milk along with Tamtero 20 mg Tablet.

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Mar 3, 2026 | 7:53 AM IST

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