Coming off Tamoxifen!

I'm new on here, I started taking tamoxifen 11 years ago, age 46 initially had hot flushes etc which settled down eventually and generally, I feel fine and settled when taking it, no hot flushes now , mood OK etc, but within weeks of not taking Tamoxifen, I literally cry at everything that is remotely emotional, now I am a soft person but even for me, that's unusual, eyes feel extremely odd! anyone else the same? Any recommendations on other medication? Stay taking tamoxifen? I'd prefer not antidepressants and stay taking this! Thanks in advance ️ 

  • Hello DbJk

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently experienced some changes in your mood since you stopped taking tamoxifen. We know that other women have talked about changes in their health that they noticed after stopping this medication. 

    It's worth making an appointment to see your GP and talk through your concerns with them. It may be that they can recommend some options that might help. 

    If you'd like to talk things through with one of our nurses, you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday,  9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. 

    I hope things improve for you soon. 

    Best wishes,
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator