HI has anyone recently stopped taking tamoxifen after being on it for 8-9 years

Hi -  I am coming near the end of taking tamoxifen after 9 years of taking it and wonder what other peoples experience was with this as I am getting a  little worried about just stopping the drug.

I also have struggled with weight gain whilst being on the drug and wonder if stopping it may have an effect on me finally being able to lose weight.  Again has anyone been through this side of stopping taking Tamoxifen.

Any help or comments will be welcomed

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat, Sydney2015 and thank you for posting.

    It’s completely understandable to feel uncertain as you approach the end of your time on Tamoxifen after 9 years.

    If you have a look through the forum, you’ll find many people who have stopped taking Tamoxifen, and some have shared their thoughts and experiences about the transition. Feel free to join any conversation on this topic, our members are very friendly, and I’m sure they’ll be happy to share their experiences with you.

    I also wanted to mention that our team of nurses are available for any additional support or guidance you may need. You can contact them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm.

    Wishing you all the best as you take this next step,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator