Zoladex and supplements

Hello Everyone.

Just a quick question about whether it's ok to take menopause supplements while on Zoladex. I had my last chemo on Thurs 28/7/22 and my first Zoladex injection on the same day. I've read the side effects can begin straight away and would like to minimise them if possible (don't worry my hopes aren't very high). I've seen a supplement at Superdrug that seems reasonable, I think it's called Menopace, it has magnesium and iron and B12 that sort of thing. Does anyone here take supplements? Thanks in advance.

  • Hello Santorini99 and a big welcome to Cancer Chat, 

    As mentioned in our vitamins, diet supplements and cancer page, it's important to get advice from your doctor, specialist nurse or dietitian if you want to take supplements and are having any kind of cancer treatment. The same applies to menopause supplements so I would suggest you give your specialist a quick phone call before you take any supplements to make sure they won't interfere with your treatment. 

    I hope that you will also hear from other forum members who have taken menopause supplements while on Zoladex  and who have sought medical advice before taking these and that they will share their experience with you. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator