What are the side effects of tamoxifen?
Tamoxifen (brand name: Nolvadex) is a medicine that is very effective in preventing the recurrence of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer. But it does have side effects. The most common are menopausal symptoms including hot flashes, vaginal dryness, low libido (sex drive), mood swings and nausea. If you’re at an age when you would soon enter natural menopause, Tamoxifen may induce menopause sooner. If tamoxifen gives you uncomfortable menopausal symptoms and your doctor advises you not to take hormone replacement therapy (HRT), you should asked your doctor about other effective treatments. Tamoxifen may also cause non-cancerous changes in the uterus. In some women, it may increase the risk of blood clots or endometrial cancer (cancer in the lining of the uterus). Each woman’s risk factors are different. When you discuss your medical history with your doctor, you may find that the benefits of tamoxifen far outweigh the risks. Back to top If you have further questions about breast c
