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Tamoxifen allergy

by biker15, Jul 01, 2009 04:29PM
I started Tamoxifen treatment 3 weeks ago.  How soon would a possible allergic reaction appear?  I am having some itching and swelling around my eyes and I'm not sure if it could be the Tamoxifen or something else.
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by japdip, Jul 02, 2009 12:39AM
To: biker15
I would expect the symptoms would occur sooner than the 3 weeks you mention. This type of allergic reaction is listed as a side effect but you might explore other options if that is the only area of concern. Regards .....

by Terizych, Jul 02, 2009 12:58PM
I had an allegy too, I switched to Arimidex and I'm not having any problems.  I was itching so bad my skin felt like it was crawling.  I would switch
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