TOREMIFENE

Toremifene Information

Toremifene is a kind of medicine that acts by blocking the estrogen from reaching the cancer cells, because certain forms of breast cancer need this kind of hormone to develop. Toremifene is usually prescribed as pill form. For further general information about this medicine it is better to contact a pharmacist or your personal doctor.

Toremifene Indications

Toremifene is generally used to slow the development of metastatic breast cancer, which is a form of the cancer that can spread from the initial tumor. Certain treatment procedures are applied to destroy the cancer cells, but this kind of medicine does not actually do this; the use of this drug prevents the growth of the cancer, rather than treat the tumor. The doctor can use this drug to treat other medical conditions than those listed in the medication guide.

Toremifene Warnings

Before taking Toremifene, it is better to inform your doctor if you experienced any unusual or allergic reactions to other types of medicines. Also inform him or her if you are allergic to foods, dyes or preservatives. Certain medical conditions can interact with the medicine, so it is recommended not to take Toremifene if you suffer from abnormal growth of the lining of the uterus. Also stop taking the drug if you ever had blood clots. If you are also pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, it is better not to take the medicine because it can cause harm to the unborn baby. It also has the capacity of passing into the breast milk, so it is better not to take the medicine if you are breast feeding. During the treatment with Toremifene, it is very important to avoid consuming caffeine, nicotine or alcohol, to decrease the risk of developing hot flashes, sweating or any other known side effects.

Toremifene Intake Guidelines

Try to take the medicine exactly as the doctor directed you to, checking the medication guide for further instructions. If you do not understand them, you can contact a pharmacist for additional help. In most of the cases, Toremifene is prescribed to be taken once a day along with a full glass of water. Depending on your medical condition, the medicine can be taken along with food. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day, as this will help you remember using every dose of this product. Try to store Toremifene at a room temperature, away from heat or moisture, keeping it away from children. For more information about the intake guidelines of the medicine you can consult your personal doctor.

Toremifene Dosage

It is very important to take Toremifene precisely as the doctor directed you to. The dose can be applied differently depending on the severity of the disease. If you do not understand the instructions, it is important not to change the dose without consulting the doctor, because the disease can worsen, causing more severe clinical manifestations. As the treatment evolves, the dose can be adjusted to achieve maximum benefits. The dose also depends on the strength of your prescribed form of Toremifene. During the treatment, the number of doses that can be administered, and the time allowed between doses, can be determined by the doctor, depending on the medical condition you are suffering from, and on your body’s reaction to the medicine. Usually, the common dose that can be applied for maximum effect is 60 mg per day. Try not to change it without consulting the doctor first.

Toremifene Overdose

During the treatment with Toremifene, you are advised to follow your doctors instructions regarding your use of this medicine; if you take a higher amount of this drug, you can develop serious and even life threatening side effects. If you suspect an overdose of Toremifene, it is important to seek emergency medical attention. The most common signs of an overdose of this medicine can be experienced as hot flashes, sweating, nausea, vomiting, and abnormal vaginal discharge.

Toremifene Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Toremifene, try to take it as soon as you remember. But if it is the time to take the next dose, you can skip the missed dose and continue with the normal dosing schedule. If your child has missed a dose of Toremifene you should immediately alert your family’s pediatrician.

Toremifene Side Effects

Along with the benefic effects, Toremifene can also cause certain unwanted side effects. Most of them are minor and can go away as the treatment evolves, but some of them can become serious, requiring medical attention. The most serious side effects Toremifene can cause include the following: allergic reactions such as difficulty in breathing, swelling of the lips, throat, or tongue, and hives, constipation, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, severe stomach pain, hypercalcemia, pain and redness in an arm or leg, blood clots, chest pain, abnormal vaginal discharge and blurred vision. Other less serious side effects of the medicine can be experienced as hot flashes, sweating and vaginal discharge. This is not a complete list of the side effects the medicine can cause, so it is important to contact your health care provider if you start to experience any unusual changes of your general health status.

Toremifene Drug Reactions

Certain medicines can interact with Toremifene, altering its effects. The most common medicine with which the medicine can interact include the following: Coumadin, Chlorothiazide, Diurigen, Diuril, Chlorthalidone, Hygroton, Thalitone, Hydrochlorothiazide, Carbamazepine, Tegretol, Ethosuximide, Zarontin, Phenytoin and Dilantin. For a more complete list, seek the professional advice of your PD.