Generic Name:

Therapeutic Class:

Hormone Treatment

Availability:

Rx

Common Brands:

Form:

Oral tablet

TAMOXIFEN (ta MOX i fen) blocks the effects of estrogen. It is commonly used to treat breast cancer. It is also used to decrease the chance of breast cancer coming back in women who have received treatment for the disease. It may also help prevent breast cancer in women who have a high risk of developing breast cancer.