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Taking Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)? Why Paxil and Other Antidepressants Could Pose a Problem

  Tamoxifen (or nolvadex) is a drug commonly prescribed to prevent the recurrence of breast cancer, but a common side effect of the treatment is hot flashes. As a result, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) - a class of drugs that includes Paxil (paroxetine) and Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride) - are commonly prescribed to... Read moreChevron
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Tamoxifen (Nolvadex): Is it REALLY Working for You?

Thanks to fellow SharePoster Jolene Boyd, a startling issue involving tamoxifen was recently brought to light. Jolene’s recent post on this site cited some studies showing that common antidepressant medications Prozac and Paxil might interfere with the way tamoxifen is metabolized. In plain English, if you’re taking Paxil or Prozac at... Read moreChevron
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No Side Effects from Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)? Why It May Not Be Working

Research on the possibility of a drug interaction between tamoxifen (nolvadex) and serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) - a class of drugs that includes Paxil (paroxetine) and Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride) - has revealed an unexpected wrinkle: A significant number of women possess a genetic trait that inhibits the benefits of tamoxifen,... Read moreChevron
posted 02/15/2008, comments (7)|
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