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Oncology Flashcards

1
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Tamoxifen mechanism

A

Selective oestrogen receptor modulator - antagonist and partial agonist

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Indication of tamoxifen

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Oestrogen receptor positive breast cancer

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Adverse effects of tamoxifen

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Menstrual disturbance - PVB or amenorrhoea
Flushes
VTE
*Endometrial cancer - due to agonistic effects

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Alternative to tamoxifen

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Raloxifene

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