Question 1

why should i not combine sage tablets with tamoxifen?

Accepted Answer

Unclear: There is very little hard data about sage extract.  The online advertisers say that sage is a mild estrogen type extract that helps menopausal symptoms.  I am not sure if that claim has been validated.  Tamoxifen works by blocking the body's estrogen and "starving" the tumor. If sage actually does work, then it would get in the way of tamoxifen's intended effect.

Question 2

is there a difference in taking 1-20mg pill a day or 1-10mg 2x a day (am/pm)? don't you end up getting the same amount either way? i'm speaking of tamoxifen?

Accepted Answer

: Best is to ask your prescribing physician about the timing and use according to his/her recommendation.  The dose of Tamoxifen is going to be of equal benefit regardless of either dosing regimen.

Question 3

took my first tamoxifen pill yesterday.  i am having headaches today could i take aspirin, advil or tylenol (acetaminophen)?  are headaches one of the side effects?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Treat symptoms as you normally would.  However, if they continue contact your doctor. Tamoxifen increases risk of blood clot and stroke. Benefit greatly outweighs this risk.

Question 4

is it safe to take tamoxifen every other day?

Accepted Answer

Speak to your doctor: This is not the usual regimen for tamoxifen.  It is usually recommended for daily use and intake for the best effect.  Was this recommended by your doctor?  If so, you need to find out why this deviates from the standard recommendation.
If you are making up your own regimen, please do not proceed until you speak with your physician.

Question 5

what are the common side effects of tamoxifen?

Accepted Answer

Menopausal symptoms: The most common side effects of tamoxifen include hot flashes, changes in menstrual period, vaginal dryness, headaches, fatigue, and GI upset.  Less common but more serious side effects include blood clots, strokes, uterine cancer, and cataracts.

Question 6

why do i get hot flushes when i use tamoxifen?

Accepted Answer

Anti-estrogen: Tamoxifen negates the effect of estrogen in most organs.  Hot flashes are a common side effect.

Question 7

what side effects are associated with tamoxifen?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: Tamoxifen is often used after treatment for breast cancer to help reduce recurrence.  It is very helpful and should be taken if needed and recommended.  However it is not w/o side effects which can include increased risk of blood clots, hot flashes, thinning of the bones ( osteoporosis) and endometrial hyperplasia/cancer so if you are concerned d/w dr the risk and benefits as pertains to you.

Question 8

how can i minimize the side effects of tamoxifen?

Accepted Answer

Talk with your doc: There are means for dealing with menopausal symptoms/hot flashes.  Soy use is controversial but some antidepressants can help but be careful as some also inhibit tamoxifen metabolism.  Effexor/venlefaxine is the most studied and does not do this.  There are some patients who have achieved great relief with alternative therapies such as accupuncture.

Question 9

anyone know any sites to buy nolvadex (tamoxifen)?

Accepted Answer

Nolvadex (tamoxifen): Sorry, only by prescription, assuming u care about the quality of the medication.

Question 10

do pre-menopausal women usually gain weight on tamoxifen?

Accepted Answer

No: There have been many studies that have compared tamoxifen to placebo, demonstrating it's effectiveness treating breast cancer;  none of these studies, to my knowledge, ever showed any difference between tamoxifen and placebo regarding weight gain.  Nevertheless, as many as 10% of women on tamoxifen do report weight gain.  This may be due to post-chemotherapy effects or menopause, as well.

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Took my first tamoxifen pill yesterday. i am having headaches today could i take aspirin, advil or tylenol (acetaminophen)? are headaches one of the side effects?

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