Tamoxifen

  • Facts:
    Mixed agonist and antagonist on estrogen receptors
    Decreases risk for osteoporosis
  • Indications:
    Adjuvant chemotherapy for early stage breast CA
    Used in premenopausal women
  • Side Effects:
    Estrogenic effects increase risk for endometrial CA, uterine sarcoma, and venous thrombosis



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July 12th 2010