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A 43-year-old female asked about a member:

If magnesium and potassium isn't the problem with someone having muscle cramps could the tamoxifen she's taking cause the cramping?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bowmananswered

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Tamoxifen : One of the effects is cramps, so yes it is possible.

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