The use of tamoxifen for breast cancer can cause all of the following adverse effects, except:
Tamoxifen reduces the recurrence rate of breast cancer in ipsilateral as well as contralateral breasts. Adverse effects associated with the use of tamoxifen are: 2-3 fold increased risk of thromboembolism 2-3 fold increased risk of endometrial carcinoma Hot flushes, vomiting, vaginal discharge, menstrual irregularities Cataract, dermatitis, depression, mild leucopenia
The use of tamoxifen for breast cancer can cause all of the following adverse effects, except:
Endometrial carcinoma
Carcinoma in contralateral breast
Cataract