Tamoxifen Tablets

General Information:
Tamoxifen tablets block the actions of estrogen. It is to treat the spread of certain types of breast cancer, both in men and women. It is also used to lower a woman’s chance of developing breast cancer if she has a high risk of doing so, for example when there’s a family history of breast cancer.

Side Effects:
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of tamoxifen tablets. Always consult a doctor or health care professional for medical advice before use. Seek medical attention if the following tamoxifen side effects develop: painful swelling in a leg, breathlessness sudden chest pain or difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, mouth or throat, severe skin reactions, abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge, pelvic pain or pressure, feeling bloated, cysts, fibrosis, polyps or thickening of the womb lining and cancer of the womb, eye problems (including changes to the cornea or retia and cataracts), changes in vision, blurred vision or pain in the eye, inflammation of the lungs which cause breathlessness cough and fever.

For a comprehensive list of all possible effects, consult your doctor.

If any symptom persists or gets worse, or you notice any other symptom, then please call your doctor immediately.