Tamoxifen is a drug that can help treat and prevent certain types of breast cancer. This eMedTV article provides an in-depth look at the medication, including how it works to combat the cancer, possible side effects, dosing information, and more.
If tamoxifen side effects occur, they are usually minor and easily treated. This eMedTV page lists common and rare side effects that have been reported with the drug, as well as potentially serious side effects that may require medical attention.
Clinical studies show a possible link between tamoxifen and weight gain. However, as this eMedTV resource explains, there are things that you can do to combat this, such as eating heart-healthy foods and decreasing your alcohol intake.
While there may be a link between tamoxifen and high cholesterol, this is not a reason to stop taking it. This eMedTV segment explains what cholesterol is, treatment options that are available, and why it should not cause people to stop treatment.
Of the side effects that have been reported with tamoxifen, insomnia is one of the more common. This eMedTV article describes possible symptoms of insomnia and explains what your doctor may do if you experience this side effect while taking tamoxifen.
This page of the eMedTV library takes a look at the link between tamoxifen and depression. It examines the factors that may lead to depression, explains how clinical trials are conducted on cancer medications, and lists depression treatment options.
One clinical study showed a link between tamoxifen and hair loss. However, as this eMedTV Web page explains, other studies have not verified this, and other factors may also be contributing to the hair loss, such as cancer treatment and genetics.
What is tamoxifen used for? As this eMedTV resource explains, the drug is prescribed to treat and prevent certain types of breast cancer. The drug's effects are described in detail, and off-label uses for tamoxifen are also described.
The tamoxifen dosing guidelines that healthcare providers follow are affected by certain factors, which this eMedTV article describes. The typical dose when treating breast cancer is provided, as is the dose commonly used to prevent the disease.
Drug interactions with tamoxifen may occur if the drug is combined with oral contraceptives or estrogens. This eMedTV page lists other medicines that may interact negatively with tamoxifen, including the adverse effects these interactions can cause.
This eMedTV page provides precautions and warnings with tamoxifen to be aware of prior to taking the drug. This includes the risk of potentially serious side effects, people who should avoid it, and what to discuss with your doctor before treatment.
If a person has overdosed on tamoxifen, symptoms may include dizziness, seizures, and arrhythmia. This eMedTV article lists other symptoms that can occur with a tamoxifen overdose, as well as treatment options that will likely be used.
This segment of the eMedTV archives provides a detailed discussion on tamoxifen and pregnancy. It explains how the FDA rates the safety of drugs during pregnancy and also describes the results of animal studies on the drug.
This eMedTV article offers a discussion on tamoxifen and breastfeeding, including a look at how the drug may affect a nursing woman and her infant. Things to discuss with your healthcare provider prior to taking the drug are also provided.
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