Tamoxifen: how to take it safely
Nolvadex
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats and helps prevent breast cancer.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water.
- Keep taking it for as long as your doctor says, often for years.
When to take it
Take it at the same time each day.
Take it with
With or without food.
What to avoid
- Pregnancy. Use reliable non-hormonal contraception.
- Stopping without advice.
- Tell your doctor if you have had blood clots.
Possible side effects
Hot flushes, vaginal discharge, tiredness, irregular periods.
Get help if
Unusual vaginal bleeding, chest pain, breathlessness, a swollen painful leg or vision changes: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.