Tamoxifen and fatigue

Hi Hoping. Have been on tamoxifen now for five months. Had fatigue initially but found that to be more due to sore knee joints and pelvic pressure. That seems to have settled down now and I am sleeping better but I have also increased my exercise in an effort to physically tire myself out. I downloaded a rain app for my phone that I use to help me fall asleep. Doesn't keep me asleep but I have noticed my sleep periods have extended. Wishing you energy and restful rejuvenating sleep. Xx Cath

I had a lot of fatigue during and after treatment.  I started tamoxifen and was still very tired.  I found some lymphatic massage helpful at improving my fatigue somewhat.  I don't know if the tamoxifen caused my tiredness or it was the same tiredness as before.  I have adjusted to the tamoxifen after some months,  just some mild hot flashes and some grumpiness.  Good luck. 

@Hoping i took Tamoxifen for 4yrs but didnt experience fatigue. Just wondering are you not long finished some form of treatment?  Im on Arimidex now due to recurrence but my extreme fatigue is due to chemo and being thrown into menopause. Hugs Melinda xo 

Hi, I'm on tamoxifen and don't get fatigue.  Are you eating a healthy diet?  I've found diet and exercise really help minimise any side effects.  I don't have mets, so that may be a difference :)

Hi!   I take Tamoxifen along with other medications so which one is the culprit when it  comes to fatigue I am not too sure.  We've all been through a very personal journey that takes a toll and fatigue is part of it
https://www.bcna.org.au/metastatic-breast-cancer/managing-symptoms-and-side-effects/

Any medication takes some time to adjust and part of it is assessing what is the best time of day to take tamoxifen

Sending you good vibes! 

Take care