I was thirty eight when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. After undergoing a radical mastectomy of my left breast, chemotherapy and radiation; my doctor prescribed Nolvadex (Tamoxifen) 10 mg twice a day. After taking this medication for the past eleven months I am grateful to report that I’ve suffered none of the negative side effects described by others online. I have had hot flashes but I am going through menopause and so I attribute those to menopause, not to Nolvadex. My doctor is pleased that it seems I am in a remission and it is a joy to be cancer-free. I am happy that I have not had a lot of the side effects others have reported. Some people experience dry mouth, joint pains, and memory lapses. I am actually feeling great! I feel like I am not just surviving but thriving now and I’m so glad I no longer have cancer.
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Nolvadex is an anti-estrogen drug and my doctor explained to me that it works by modulating the amount of estrogen and prevents recurrence of cancer in women and men. Estrogen promotes the growth of cancer cells, so limiting it can prevent the recurrence of breast cancer cell growth. That is how Nolvaldex works to block the growth of breast cancer. If the tissue isn’t exposed to as much estrogen, the cancer can’t regrow. My doctor said that a lot of women experience vaginal dryness while taking Nolvadex and that it can be remedied with an over the counter vaginal moisturizer designed for that purpose. I am grateful I didn’t have this problem.
I can’t say enough good things about this medication. When I was first diagnosed with cancer I feared for my life and wasn’t sure if I’d be able to survive it to be there for my husband and kids, but I have survived and I think that is partly because of this medication. Without it the cancer may have recurred. I recommend following your doctor’s instructions and taking the medication as prescribed.
When I asked my doctor about stopping Nolvadex in a few years he agreed that it can be stopped abruptly, but that it can take some time for the medication to be fully excreted by the body. He said after five years I can stop taking it and although my experience with this medication has been a completely positive one, I am looking forward to not needing it any more. He also said that the menopausal symptoms I am experiencing may dissipate after I discontinue Nolvadex. H also mentioned that it is rare for the symptoms to get worse. Overall I am very pleased with my experience taking Nolvadex for breast cancer. Today I am cancer-free and living a healthy, happy life.
I am self employed. General Practitioner in Melbourne, VIC. My special interest: male reproductive system.