Nolvadex
Sexual Precocity, Gynecomastia, Ovulation induction therapy + 12 more
Treatment
12 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Nolvadex
Treatment for
Sexual Precocity
What is Nolvadex
Tamoxifen
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Tamoxifen is a medication used to treat and prevent breast cancer in certain populations. It is classified as a non-steroidal antiestrogen and works by blocking the effects of estrogen in the body. Tamoxifen is usually used alone or with other treatments and was approved by the FDA in 1977. In some cases, anastrozole may be a preferred treatment for breast cancer due to better survival rates and fewer side effects.
Nolvadex
is the brand name
Nolvadex Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Nolvadex
Tamoxifen
1990
60
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Tamoxifen, also called Nolvadex, is approved by the FDA for 12 uses which include Invasive Breast Cancer and Malignant Neoplasms .
Invasive Breast Cancer
Malignant Neoplasms
Estrogen Receptors
Breast Cancer
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
Malignant Neoplasms
Breast Cancer
Breast
Breast Surgery
Carcinoma, Intraductal, Noninfiltrating
Breast Cancer Radiation
High Risk
Effectiveness
How Nolvadex Affects Patients
Tamoxifen is a drug that is used to stop the growth and spread of certain types of cancer. It is active in the body for up to 2 weeks and must be taken at a specific dose in order to be effective. If too much is taken, it can cause difficulty breathing or seizures. Additionally, taking Tamoxifen is linked to an increased chance of developing uterine cancer.
How Nolvadex works in the body
Tamoxifen blocks estrogen from binding to its receptor in breast cancer cells. This decreases the number of factors that stimulate tumor growth and increase the amount of a protein that locks up excess estrogen. Tamoxifen also causes cancer cells to die by blocking an enzyme related to DNA synthesis and increasing levels of calcium or tumor growth factor.
When to interrupt dosage
The suggested dosage of Nolvadex is contingent upon the determined condition, such as Ovulation induction therapy, Malignant Neoplasms and McCune Albright Syndrome. The amount of dosage fluctuates according to the administration method outlined in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Ovulation induction therapy
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Breast Surgery
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
High Risk
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Fibromatosis, Aggressive
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Estrogen Receptors
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Breast Cancer Radiation
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Breast
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Sexual Precocity
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Breast Cancer
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Carcinoma, Intraductal, Noninfiltrating
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Gynecomastia
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Ovarian Cancer
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Fibrous Dysplasia, Polyostotic
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Malignant Neoplasms
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Malignant Neoplasms
, 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit
Warnings
Nolvadex Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Venous Thrombosis
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulmonary Embolism
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Tamoxifen may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Nolvadex.
Common Nolvadex Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Abemaciclib
Major
The serum concentration of Abemaciclib can be increased when it is combined with Tamoxifen.
Acalabrutinib
Major
The metabolism of Acalabrutinib can be increased when combined with Tamoxifen.
Alectinib
Major
The metabolism of Alectinib can be increased when combined with Tamoxifen.
Aminophylline
Major
The metabolism of Aminophylline can be increased when combined with Tamoxifen.
Anastrozole
Major
The serum concentration of Anastrozole can be decreased when it is combined with Tamoxifen.
Nolvadex Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Taking too much tamoxifen can cause difficulty breathing and seizures in animals. In people with advanced cancer, it can cause trembling, very sensitive reflexes, difficulty walking, and dizziness. There is no specific treatment for an overdose, so supportive care should be given.
Nolvadex Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Nolvadex?
Currently, 930 active trials are investigating the potential of Nolvadex to manage Breast Cancer Radiation, Gynecomastia and Malignant Neoplasms.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Breast Cancer Radiation
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2
Malignant Neoplasms
0 Actively Recruiting
Fibrous Dysplasia, Polyostotic
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2
Breast Cancer
21 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Not Applicable
Ovulation induction therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Breast Surgery
0 Actively Recruiting
Estrogen Receptors
0 Actively Recruiting
Malignant Neoplasms
5 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable
Breast
0 Actively Recruiting
Carcinoma, Intraductal, Noninfiltrating
0 Actively Recruiting
Sexual Precocity
0 Actively Recruiting
Gynecomastia
0 Actively Recruiting
Fibromatosis, Aggressive
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3
Ovarian Cancer
13 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 3
High Risk
0 Actively Recruiting
Nolvadex Reviews: What are patients saying about Nolvadex?
5
Patient Review
11/6/2009
Nolvadex for Breast Cancer
4.7
Patient Review
5/21/2013
Nolvadex for Breast Cancer
4.7
Patient Review
7/6/2010
Nolvadex for Breast Cancer
3.7
Patient Review
11/30/2011
Nolvadex for Breast Cancer
2.3
Patient Review
1/1/2013
Nolvadex for Breast Cancer
Patient Q&A Section about nolvadex
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Why would a man take Nolvadex?
"Tamoxifen, brand name Nolvadex, is a hormonal therapy used to treat men diagnosed with breast cancer."
Answered by AI
What is Nolvadex used for?
"Nolvadex is an antiestrogen used to treat breast cancer. It is used to treat metastatic breast cancer, breast cancer after surgery and radiation therapy, and to reduce the chances of breast cancer in high-risk patients."
Answered by AI
Is Nolvadex A estrogen blocker?
"Tamoxifen is a drug that is used to treat breast cancer. It is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) and is used to treat all stages of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in women and men."
Answered by AI
What does Nolvadex do for PCT?
"Nolvadex is the best drug for reducing estrogen levels, which in turn increases testosterone levels. Phosphatidylserine and acetyl-l-carnitine are two supplements that can be used to lower cortisol levels."
Answered by AI