Tamoxifen
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| Brand Name | Generic Name |
| Nolvadex | tamoxifen |
Tamoxifen is available in 10 mg and 20 mg tablets. When used for early-stage breast cancer, tamoxifen is usually prescribed at 20 mg a day for 5 years. Tablets may be taken once or twice a day.
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| Last updated: | August 31, 2007 |
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| Author: | Kathe Gallagher, MSW |
| Reviewed By: | Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine, Douglas A. Stewart, MD - Medical Oncology |
| Editors: | Cynthia Tank, Pat Truman, MATC |
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