Fineova 40 Tablet

Fineova 40 Tablet belongs to the class of 'anti-neoplastic agents', primarily used to treat breast cancer. It is also used to treat infertility caused by failure in the ovulation (produce and release) process in women. Breast cancer is a type of cancer in the breast cells stimulated by a female sex hormone called oestrogen.

Fineova 40 Tablet contains Tamoxifen that belongs to the class of 'anti oestrogens. Some types of breast cancers need oestrogen (female sex hormone) to grow. Fineova 40 Tablet blocks the effects of this oestrogen, thus helps in treating breast cancer. Fineova 40 Tablet is also used to reduce the risk of occurrence of breast cancer in women due to age, personal and family medical history.

Use Fineova 40 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dosage depending on your medical condition. The common side effects of Fineova 40 Tablet include hot flashes, headache, muscle aches, leg cramps, tiredness, nausea, thinning of hair and numbness or tingling sensation. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Do not take or stop this medicine if the doctor did not advise you to do so. Before starting Fineova 40 Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, history of stroke or blood clot, receiving chemotherapy, and cataracts. Fineova 40 Tablet is not indicated for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Fineova 40 Tablet may make you feel tired, hence drive when you are alert only. It is not recommended to consume alcohol along with Fineova 40 Tablet. Fineova 40 Tablet is not recommended for children below two years of age.

Fineova 40 Tablet contains Tamoxifen, which is an anti-oestrogen drug. It treats breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body in men and women. Fineova 40 Tablet is also used to treat breast cancer in women who are earlier treated with surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. It effectively treats infertility caused by failure in the ovulation (produce and release) process in women. Some types of breast cancers need oestrogen (female sex hormone) to grow. Fineova 40 Tablet blocks the effects of this oestrogen, thus helps in treating breast cancer. Fineova 40 Tablet is also used to reduce the risk of occurrence of breast cancer in women due to age, personal and family medical history.

Inform your doctor if you have any allergic reactions to Fineova 40 Tablet or other medications. Before starting Fineova 40 Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, history of stroke or blood clot, receiving chemotherapy, and cataracts. Fineova 40 Tablet can affect the unborn baby when used in pregnancy. It may also have harmful effects on the breastfed infant when used by a lactating mother. Hence, Fineova 40 Tablet is not indicated for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding women. If you are using Fineova 40 Tablet, make sure to use reliable contraception forms to prevent pregnancy during the course. Fineova 40 Tablet can make you feel tired and affects your mental ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you are not mentally alert and focused. Avoid alcohol consumption while being treated with Fineova 40 Tablet. Fineova 40 Tablet is not recommended for children younger than two years of age.

• Your doctor may advise regular physical exams and mammograms.
• Self-examine your breasts to check for any lumps monthly while using Fineova 40 Tablet.
• Your doctor may also advise liver function tests to monitor your liver health.
• Tamoxifen may interfere with specific tests like thyroid tests. Hence, it is important to inform your doctor or laboratory staff that you use Fineova 40 Tablet before undergoing any medical examinations.