Consumer medicine information

WHAT IS IN THIS LEAFLET

This leaflet answers some of the common questions people ask about TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ. It does not contain all the information that is known about TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist.

All medicines have risks and benefits. Your doctor will have weighed the risks of you taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ against the benefits they expect it will have for you.

If you have any concerns about taking this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Keep this leaflet with the medicine. You may need to read it again.

WHAT TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ IS USED FOR

TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ is used to either treat breast cancer or reduce the risk of breast cancer occurring if you are at increased risk of breast cancer.

If you and your healthcare professional are considering using TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ for reducing the risk of breast cancer occurring, your knowledge of treatment risks becomes more important because you don't currently have breast cancer. TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ therapy may be uncommonly associated with serious side effects such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT - blood clots in veins of your leg), pulmonary embolus (blood clots in your lungs) and uterine cancer. In some women, these events were fatal. Less serious side effects such as hot flushes, vaginal discharge, menstrual irregularities and gynaecological conditions may also occur. Whether the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks depends on your age, health history, your level of breast cancer risk and on your personal judgement. TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ therapy to reduce the risk of breast cancer may not be appropriate for all women at increased risk for breast cancer. An assessment with your healthcare professional of the potential benefits and risks prior to starting therapy for reduction in breast cancer risk is essential. You should understand that TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ reduces, but does not eliminate, the risk of breast cancer.

TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ blocks the actions of oestrogen. Oestrogen is a natural female sex hormone. In some types of breast cancer, oestrogen can help cancer cells to grow.

Your doctor will have explained why you are being treated with TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ and told you what dose to take.

Follow all directions given to you by your doctor. They may differ from the information contained in this leaflet.

Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for another use. Ask your doctor if you want more information.

TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ is not addictive.

BEFORE YOU TAKE TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ

When you must not take it

Do not use TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. We do not know if it is safe for you to take it while you are pregnant. It may affect your baby if you take it at any time during pregnancy.

Your baby may take in TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ from breast milk if you are breastfeeding.

Do not use TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ if you are allergic to tamoxifen or any of the other ingredients in TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

Do not use TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ for reducing the risk of breast cancer occurrence if:

• you are taking medicines used to prevent blood clots such as warfarin
• you have deep vein thrombosis (DVT - blood clots in veins of your leg) or pulmonary embolus (blood clots in your lungs).

Do not give TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ to children. There is no experience of its use in children.

Do not take after the used by (expiry) date printed on the pack. It may have no effect at all, or worse, an entirely unexpected effect if you take it after the expiry date.

Do not take TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.

Do not use it to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to.

Do not give this medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as you.

Before you start to take it

You must tell your doctor if:

1. you have any allergies to:

• tamoxifen, the active ingredient in TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ
• any of the other ingredients in TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ listed at the end of this leaflet
• other anti-oestrogen medicines
• any other medicines
• any other substances, such as foods, preservatives or dyes.

If you have an allergic reaction, you may experience a skin rash, hay fever, difficulty breathing or feel faint.

2. you have or have ever had any of these medical conditions:

• a history of hereditary angioedema (as TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ may cause or worsen symptoms of hereditary angioedema).
• any unexplained vaginal bleeding
• problems with your blood
• liver problems
• deep vein thrombosis (DVT - blood clots in veins of your leg) or pulmonary embolus (blood clots in your lungs)
• any heart conditions including heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia). The risk of heart rhythm problems may be increased in such patients when using TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

It may not be safe for you to take TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ if you have any of these conditions.

Taking other medicines

Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including:

• oral contraceptive ('the pill')
• hormone replacement therapy
• medicines used to thin your blood e.g. warfarin
• rifampicin
• chemotherapy
• any medicines that you buy at the chemist, supermarket or health food shop.

TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ should not be taken with aromatase inhibitors such as anastrozole, letrozole or exemestane.

These medicines may affect the way TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ works or may not work as well. They could also cause side effects if you take them out with TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you what to do if you are taking any of these medicines.

If you have not told your doctor about any of these things, tell them before you take any TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

TAKING TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ

Follow all directions given to you by your doctor or pharmacist carefully. They may differ from the information contained in this leaflet.

Your doctor or pharmacist will tell you how many tablets you will need to take each day.

If you do not understand the instructions on the box, ask your doctor or pharmacist for help.

How much to take

Your doctor will decide how much TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ you need to take.

The usual dose is 20 mg of TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ each day.

This is two 10 mg TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ tablets taken together or one 20 mg TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ tablet taken once a day.

Some people need to take 40 mg once a day. Your doctor will tell you if this is necessary.

Swallow your TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ whole, with a full glass of water. Do not chew or crush the tablets.

When to take it

Take TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ at about the same time each day.

It does not matter if you take TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ before, with or after food.

How long to take it

Continue taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ for as long as your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.

If you forget to take it

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, as long as it is 12 hours before the next dose is due.

If it is less than 12 hours to the next dose, do not take the dose you have missed.

Do not double the dose to make up for the dose you missed.

If you are not sure what to do, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

If you have trouble remembering to take your medicine, ask your pharmacist for some hints.

If you take too much (overdose)

Immediately telephone your doctor or the Poisons Information Centre (telephone 13 11 26 or New Zealand 0800 POISON or 0800 764766) for advice, or go to Accident and Emergency at the nearest hospital immediately if you think that you or anyone else may have taken too much TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

If you take too much TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ you may experience problems with the rhythm of your heart.

WHILE YOU ARE USING IT

Things you must do

Be sure to keep all your appointments with your doctor so your progress can be checked.

Tell any other doctors, dentists and pharmacists who are treating you that you are taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

If you are about to be started on any new medicine, tell your doctor, dentist or pharmacist that you are taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

If you go into hospital, please let the medical staff know that you are taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

Things you must not do

Do not get pregnant while you are taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ and for nine months after you stop taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ. Ask your doctor about reliable methods of contraception while you are taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

Do not breastfeed while you are taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

Do not take TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to.

Do not stop taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ or lower the dosage, unless you have discussed this with your doctor.

Things to be careful of

Be careful driving or operating machinery until you know how TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ affects you.

Some patients may experience dizziness, fatigue or light headedness.

SIDE EFFECTS

Tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you do not feel well while you are taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ helps most people with breast cancer, but it may have unwanted side effects in a few people.

All medicines can have side effects. Sometimes they are serious, most of the time they are not. You may need medical treatment if you get some of the side effects.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist to answer any questions you may have.

Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following:

• unusual pain or pressure around your pelvis, in your bones or anywhere in your body
• excessive thirst
• swelling of the hands, ankles and feet
• any changes in your vision
• pain and reddening around the tumour
• lumps anywhere in the body
• unusual tiredness, shortness of breath and dizziness when exercising and looking pale
• frequent infections, fever, severe chills, sore throat or mouth ulcers
• unexplained bruising
• yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark coloured urine
• disturbances of vision
  Cases of optic nerve diseases have been reported in patients receiving tamoxifen and, in a small number of cases, blindness has occurred.

If you have any unusual vaginal bleeding or other gynaecological symptoms (such as pelvic pain or pressure) when you are taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ or anytime afterwards, tell your doctor. This is because a number of changes to the lining of the womb (endometrium) may occur, some of which may be serious and could include cancer.

TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ may decrease bone density in premenopausal women. It is not known if this increases the risk of fractures. Ask your doctor for advice about ways to maintain your bone health.

TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ may cause or worsen symptoms of hereditary angioedema.

Tell your doctor immediately or go to Accident and Emergency at your nearest hospital if any of the following happen:

• skin rash, itching, hives or peeling skin.
• swelling of the face, lips, tongue and/or throat, difficulty in swallowing or breathing (angioedema).
• wheezing with difficulty breathing.
• sudden onset of weakness or paralysis of the arms or legs, sudden difficulty with speaking, walking, difficulty in holding things or difficulty in thinking, any of which may occur because the blood supply in the blood vessels of the brain is reduced. These symptoms could be signs of a stroke.

Increased risk of blood clots and ovarian cysts (in premenopausal women) have been seen with TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

These are serious side effects. You may need urgent medical attention.

Serious side effects are rare. Tell your doctor if you notice any of the following and they worry you:

• depression
• hot flushes
• nausea and vomiting
• unusual vaginal discharge
• any change in your periods
• itching around the vagina
• diarrhoea or constipation
• headache, dizziness or light headedness
• hair thinning or hair loss
• leg cramps

These are all mild side effects of TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

Rarely an increased level of triglycerides (increased level of fats in the blood) sometimes with pancreatitis (pain or tenderness in the upper abdomen) has been seen with TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything that is making you feel unwell.

Some people may get other effects while taking TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ.

AFTER USING IT

Storage

Keep your TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ tablets in the blister pack until it is time to take them. If you take TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ out of the blister pack it will not keep well.

Keep it in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C.

Do not store it or any other medicine in the bathroom or near a sink.

Keep it where young children cannot reach it. A locked cupboard at least one-and-a-half metres above the ground is a good place to store medicines.

Do not leave it on a window sill or in the car on hot days. Heat and dampness can destroy some medicines.

Disposal

Ask your pharmacist what to do with any tablets you have left over if your doctor tells you to stop taking them, or you find out that the expiry date has passed.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

What it looks like

TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ 20 mg - white, round tablets with a notch on one side.

Available in blisters of 60 tablets.

Ingredients

Active ingredient:

• TAMOXIFEN SANDOZ 20 mg - 20 mg tamoxifen (as citrate)

Inactive ingredients:

• lactose monohydrate
• sodium starch glycollate
• povidone
• microcrystalline cellulose
• magnesium stearate
• titanium dioxide
• hypromellose
• macrogol 4000.

Supplier

Sandoz Pty Ltd
100 Pacific Highway
North Sydney, NSW 2060
Australia
Tel 1800 726 369

Sandoz New Zealand Limited
12 Madden Street
Auckland 1010
New Zealand
Tel 0800 726 369

This leaflet was revised in November 2024.

Australian Register Number

20 mg tablets: AUST R 80076

Published by MIMS January 2025

1 Name of Medicine

Tamoxifen citrate.

2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition

Each Tamoxifen Sandoz 10 mg tablet contains 10 mg tamoxifen citrate.
Each Tamoxifen Sandoz 20 mg tablet contains 20 mg tamoxifen citrate.

List of excipients with known effect.

3 Pharmaceutical Form

Tamoxifen Sandoz 10 mg tablets.

Tamoxifen Sandoz 20 mg tablets.

4 Clinical Particulars

4.1 Therapeutic Indications

Treatment of breast cancer.

Primary reduction of breast cancer risk.

4.2 Dose and Method of Administration

Dosage.

Treatment of breast cancer.

Primary reduction of breast cancer risk.

4.3 Contraindications

Tamoxifen Sandoz must not be given during pregnancy (see Section 4.6 Fertility, Pregnancy and Lactation, Use in pregnancy). Premenopausal patients must be carefully examined before treatment for breast cancer to exclude the possibility of pregnancy.
Tamoxifen Sandoz should not be given to patients who have experienced hypersensitivity to the product or any of its ingredients.
When considered for primary reduction of breast cancer risk, Tamoxifen Sandoz is contraindicated in women who require concomitant coumarin type anticoagulant therapy or in women with a history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolus.

4.4 Special Warnings and Precautions for Use

An increased incidence of endometrial changes including hyperplasia, polyps and cancer and uterine sarcoma (mostly malignant mixed Mullerian tumours) has been reported in association with tamoxifen treatment. The incidence and pattern of this increase suggest that the underlying mechanism is related to the oestrogenic properties of tamoxifen. Any patients receiving or having previously received Tamoxifen Sandoz who report abnormal gynaecological symptoms, especially non-menstrual vaginal bleeding, should be promptly investigated.
In a large randomised trial in Sweden of adjuvant tamoxifen 40 mg/day for two to five years, an increased incidence of uterine cancer was noted. 23 of 1,372 patients randomised to receive tamoxifen versus 4 of 1,357 patients randomised to the observation group developed cancer of the uterus (relative risk = 5.6, range (1.9 to 16.2); p < 0.001).
One of the patients with cancer of the uterus who was randomised to receive tamoxifen never took the drug. After approximately 6.8 years of follow-up in the ongoing NSABP (National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project) B-14 trial, 15 of 1,419 women randomised to receive tamoxifen 20 mg/day for five years developed uterine cancer, and 2 of the 1,424 women randomised to receive placebo, who subsequently had recurrent breast cancer and were treated with tamoxifen, also developed uterine cancer. Most of the uterine cancers were diagnosed at an early stage, but deaths from uterine cancer have been reported. Patients receiving tamoxifen should have routine gynaecological care and report any abnormal vaginal bleeding to their doctor.
(The NSABP B-14 trial is undergoing reaudit and information from this study may be subject to change.)
In patients with hereditary angioedema, Tamoxifen Sandoz may induce or exacerbate symptoms of angioedema.
In an uncontrolled trial in 28 girls aged 2-10 with McCune Albright Syndrome (MAS), who received 20 mg once a day for up to 12 months duration, mean uterine volume increased after 6 months of treatment and doubled at the end of the one year study. While this finding is in line with the pharmacodynamic properties of tamoxifen, a causal relationship has not been established. Tamoxifen is not approved for treatment of McCune Albright Syndrome.
There is evidence of an increased incidence of thromboembolic events, including deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, during Tamoxifen Sandoz therapy. When Tamoxifen Sandoz is coadministered with chemotherapy, there may be a further increase in the incidence of thromboembolic effects. For treatment of breast cancer, the risks and benefits of Tamoxifen Sandoz should be carefully considered in women with a history of thromboembolic events.
In delayed microsurgical breast reconstruction, tamoxifen may increase the risk of microvascular flap complications.
A number of second primary tumours, occurring at sites other than the endometrium and the opposite breast, have been reported in clinical trials, following the treatment of breast cancer patients with tamoxifen. No causal link has been established and the clinical significance of these observations remains unclear.
Cases of visual disturbances, including infrequent reports of corneal changes, and common reports of retinopathy have been described in patients receiving tamoxifen therapy. Cataracts have commonly been reported in association with the administration of tamoxifen.
Tamoxifen should be used cautiously in patients with existing leucopenia or thrombocytopenia. Leucopenia has been observed following the administration of tamoxifen, sometimes in association with anaemia and/or thrombocytopenia. Neutropenia has been reported on rare occasions and can sometimes be severe and rarely cases of agranulocytosis have been reported. Decreases in platelet counts (usually to 50,000 to 100,000/mm³, infrequently lower) have been occasionally reported in patients taking tamoxifen for breast cancer. Periodic complete blood counts, including platelet counts, may be appropriate.
Tamoxifen at the recommended dose may prolong to QTc interval on the electrocardiogram (ECG) in patients with underlying risks for QT prolongation and cardiac comorbidities. ECG and electrolyte monitoring are recommended in such patients.

Additional precautions relating to primary reduction of breast cancer risk.

Use in premenopausal women.

Use in the elderly.

Paediatric use.

Effects on laboratory tests.

4.5 Interactions with Other Medicines and Other Forms of Interactions

When tamoxifen is used in combination with coumarin type anticoagulants, a significant increase in anticoagulant effect may occur. Where such coadministration is initiated, careful monitoring of the patient is recommended. In women receiving tamoxifen for the primary reduction of breast cancer risk, the use of coumarin type anticoagulants is contraindicated (see Section 4.3 Contraindications).
When tamoxifen is used in combination with cytotoxic agents, there is increased risk of thromboembolic events occurring.
The use of tamoxifen in combination with an aromatase inhibitor as adjuvant therapy has not shown improved efficacy compared with tamoxifen alone.
The known principal pathway for tamoxifen metabolism in humans is demethylation, catalysed by CYP3A4 enzymes. Pharmacokinetic interaction with CYP3A4 inducing agent rifampicin, showing a reduction in tamoxifen plasma levels, has been reported in the literature.
Pharmacokinetic interaction between CYP2D6 inhibitors and tamoxifen has been reported in the literature. This showed a reduction in plasma level of active tamoxifen metabolite, 4-hydroxy-N-desmethyltamoxifen. Reduced efficacy on tamoxifen has been reported with concomitant usage of some SSRI antidepressants (e.g. paroxetine).
For the primary reduction of breast cancer risk, there is some evidence that hormone replacement therapy may reduce the effectiveness of tamoxifen, and the safety of concomitant use of tamoxifen and hormone replacement therapy or oral contraceptives is unknown. In women with breast cancer, the use of hormone replacement therapy or oral contraceptives to manage tamoxifen side effects is a relative contraindication.

4.6 Fertility, Pregnancy and Lactation

Effects on fertility.

4.7 Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines

Fatigue has been reported with the use of Tamoxifen Sandoz. Therefore, caution should be observed when driving or operating machinery while such symptoms persist.

4.8 Adverse Effects (Undesirable Effects)

The adverse reactions which have been reported are of two types: those associated specifically with the pharmacological action of the drug, e.g. hot flushes, vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge, pruritus vulvae, tumor pain and tumor flare; and those of a more general nature, e.g. gastrointestinal intolerance, headache, lightheadedness and occasionally, fluid retention and alopecia. In patients treated with tamoxifen for metastatic breast cancer the most frequent adverse reactions are hot flushes, nausea and vomiting. These may occur in up to one-fourth of patients. Less frequently reported adverse reactions are vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge, menstrual irregularities, alopecia and increased bone and tumour pain. Other adverse reactions which are seen infrequently are hypercalcaemia, peripheral oedema, pruritus vulvae, dizziness and lightheadedness. Infrequent cases of endometrial, ocular and haematological adverse effects have been reported (see Section 4.4 Special Warnings and Precautions for Use). When such adverse reactions are severe, it may be possible to control them by a simple reduction of dosage (within the recommended dose range) without loss of control of the disease. If adverse reactions do not respond to this measure it may be necessary to stop the treatment.
Skin rashes (including isolated reports of erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, cutaneous vasculitis and bullous pemphigoid) and commonly hypersensitivity reactions, including angioedema, have been reported.
Cases of exacerbation of angioedema have been reported in patients with hereditary angioedema receiving Tamoxifen Sandoz.
Although hypercalcaemia may occur in patients with advanced breast cancer, uncommonly patients with bony metastases have developed hypercalcaemia on initiation of therapy with tamoxifen.
Uterine fibroids, endometriosis and other endometrial changes including hyperplasia and polyps have been reported.
Cystic ovarian swellings have occasionally been observed in premenopausal women receiving tamoxifen. Vaginal polyps have rarely been observed in women receiving tamoxifen.
There is evidence of ischaemic cerebrovascular events and thromboembolic events, including deep vein thrombosis, microvascular thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, occurring commonly during tamoxifen therapy. When Tamoxifen Sandoz is used in combination with cytotoxic agents, there is increased risk of thromboembolic events occurring.
Uncommonly, cases of interstitial pneumonitis have been reported.
Leg cramps and myalgia have been reported commonly with patients receiving Tamoxifen Sandoz.
Tamoxifen has been associated with changes in hepatic enzyme levels and, with a spectrum of more severe hepatic abnormalities which in some cases were fatal, including fatty liver, cholestasis and hepatitis, liver failure, cirrhosis and hepatocellular injury (including hepatic necrosis).
Commonly, elevation of serum triglyceride levels, in some cases with pancreatitis, may be associated with the use of Tamoxifen Sandoz.
Depression has been reported with frequency very common in association with the use of Tamoxifen Sandoz.
An increased incidence of endometrial cancer and other uterine sarcoma (mostly malignant mixed Mullerian tumours) has been reported in association with tamoxifen treatment.
Cutaneous lupus erythematosus has been observed very rarely in patients receiving tamoxifen.
Porphyria cutanea tarda has been observed very rarely in patients receiving tamoxifen.
Cases of optic neuropathy and optic neuritis have been rarely reported in patients receiving tamoxifen and, in a small number of patients, blindness has occurred.
Sensory disturbances (including paraesthesia and dysgeusia) have been reported commonly in patients receiving tamoxifen.
Fatigue has been reported very commonly in patients taking Tamoxifen Sandoz.
Radiation recall has been observed very rarely in patients receiving Tamoxifen Sandoz.

Primary reduction of breast cancer risk.

Women under 50 years old.

Gynaecological conditions and procedures.

Reporting suspected adverse effects.

4.9 Overdose

Symptoms.

Treatment.

5 Pharmacological Properties

5.1 Pharmacodynamic Properties

Mechanism of action.

Clinical trials.

Concomitant use of hormone replacement therapy.

Effects of age and menopausal status.

Lobular carcinoma in situ and atypical hyperplasia.

5.2 Pharmacokinetic Properties

Absorption.

Bioavailability.

Distribution.

Protein binding.

Metabolism.

Excretion.

Clinical implications of pharmacokinetic data.

5.3 Preclinical Safety Data

Genotoxicity.

Carcinogenicity.

6 Pharmaceutical Particulars

6.1 List of Excipients

Tamoxifen tablets also contain lactose monohydrate, sodium starch glycollate, povidone, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, titanium dioxide, hypromellose and macrogol 4000.

6.2 Incompatibilities

Incompatibilities were either not assessed or not identified as part of the registration of this medicine.
For information on interactions with other medicines and other forms of interaction, see Section 4.5 Interactions with Other Medicines and Other Forms of Interactions.

6.3 Shelf Life

In Australia, information on the shelf life can be found on the public summary of the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG). The expiry date can be found on the packaging.

6.4 Special Precautions for Storage

Tamoxifen Sandoz tablets should be stored below 25°C, protected from light and moisture.

6.5 Nature and Contents of Container

Tamoxifen Sandoz 10 mg tablets 60's*.
Tamoxifen Sandoz 20 mg tablets 60's.
* Not marketed in Australia.

6.6 Special Precautions for Disposal

In Australia, any unused medicine or waste material should be disposed of by taking to your local pharmacy.

6.7 Physicochemical Properties

Tamoxifen citrate is a white or almost white, crystalline powder, slightly soluble in water, soluble in methanol, slightly soluble in acetone.

Chemical structure.

CAS number.

7 Medicine Schedule (Poisons Standard)

Schedule 4 - Prescription Only Medicine.

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