Less Common Side Effects

A side effect of Tamoxifen may include neuromuscular & skeletal pain and that includes bone pain also called arthralgia.
This adverse effect has been reported in approximately 6% of patients according to Lexicomp's Drug Information Handbook for Oncology.

Two websites that may interest you regarding side effects of Tamoxifen are:
- http://www.rxlist.com/nolvadex-drug.htm
- http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR601293/DSECTION=side-effects
A side effect of Tamoxifen may include neuromuscular & skeletal pain and that includes bone pain also called arthralgia.
This adverse effect has been reported in approximately 6% of patients according to Lexicomp's Drug Information Handbook for Oncology.

Two websites that may interest you regarding side effects of Tamoxifen are:
- http://www.rxlist.com/nolvadex-drug.htm
- http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR601293/DSECTION=side-effects

A respiratory side effect of Tamoxifen can include coughing which has been reported in approximately 4% of the patients according Lexicomp's Drug Information Handbook for Oncology.

- It is important to consult with your health care provider about the coughing as it may be a sign of infection as Tamoxifen may alter your body's ability to ward off infections.
- It is also important to take precautions around people with colds or infections.

Other less common side effects are listed on these two websites:
- http://www.rxlist.com/nolvadex-drug.htm
- http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR601293/DSECTION=side-effects A respiratory side effect of Tamoxifen can include coughing which has been reported in approximately 4% of the patients according Lexicomp's Drug Information Handbook for Oncology.

- It is important to consult with your health care provider about the coughing as it may be a sign of infection as Tamoxifen may alter your body's ability to ward off infections.
- It is also important to take precautions around people with colds or infections.

Other less common side effects are listed on these two websites:
- http://www.rxlist.com/nolvadex-drug.htm
- http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR601293/DSECTION=side-effects