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Letrozole and Milk Thistle
My Oncologist changed my tablets from Arimidex to Femara (I take the generic Letrozole) about 7 weeks ago as I was having lots of side effects on Arimidex. About the same time I started on Milk Thistl...
Hi Ady,
It's Lisa from the Policy Team. I am sorry to hear about the side effects you were having on Arimidex. I just wanted to jump in and suggest that you talk to your doctor or another member of your treatment team, as some herbs and botanicals can interfere with the effectiveness of breast cancer treatments.
Also, you may have seen our hormone therapy booklet already, but just in case you haven't, you can download it or order a free hard copy on our website. The booklet contains information and tips from other women about what may help manage the side effects of hormone therapy.
Best wishes,
Lisa
It's Lisa from the Policy Team. I am sorry to hear about the side effects you were having on Arimidex. I just wanted to jump in and suggest that you talk to your doctor or another member of your treatment team, as some herbs and botanicals can interfere with the effectiveness of breast cancer treatments.
Also, you may have seen our hormone therapy booklet already, but just in case you haven't, you can download it or order a free hard copy on our website. The booklet contains information and tips from other women about what may help manage the side effects of hormone therapy.
Best wishes,
Lisa