Tamoxifen
- Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications
What side effects can
Tamoxifen
cause?
- Nausea may occur initially
If nausea occurs, take Tamoxifen right after food. - Hot flushes
If this affects you, try taking your tablets at bedtime. - Changes in menstrual period
Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:
- Signs of blood clot e.g. warmth, pain or redness with swelling on arm or leg
- Sudden onset of cough, chest pain or shortness of breath
- Changes in eye sight
- For women: unexpected bleeding or discharge from the vagina
Before taking
Tamoxifen
, what precautions must I follow?
- Use effective birth control during treatment and for 2 months after stopping Tamoxifen. Inform your doctor if you suspect pregnancy.
- Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any long-term medication or supplements.
What food or medicine must I avoid when I take
Tamoxifen
?
Grapefruit and its juice.
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