Kessar Side Effects

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Kessar is a trade name for tamoxifen, a medication commonly used for breast cancer and infertility treatment. Like other medications, Kessar can cause a range of side effects, from mild to potentially serious.

Common side effects include:

  • Hot flashes or flushing[1]
  • Irregular or missed periods[1]
  • Vaginal discharge or bleeding[1]
  • Mood changes, including depression[1]
  • Nausea or vomiting[1]
  • Fluid retention (swelling)[1]
  • Weight gain or loss[1]
  • Fatigue or tiredness[1]
  • Joint pain, back pain, or muscle aches[1]
  • Headache and dizziness[3]
  • Constipation or diarrhea[1]
  • Skin changes, such as rash or hair thinning[1]

Less common but serious side effects may include:

  • Visual disturbances (blurred vision, cataracts, optic neuritis, retinopathy, corneal changes)[3]
  • Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, thromboembolic events, stroke)[3][5][7][8]
  • Ischemic heart disease and high blood pressure[1]
  • Second primary cancers, especially uterine (endometrial) cancer, uterine sarcoma, and other endometrial changes such as hyperplasia and polyps[4][7][8]
  • Liver problems (increased liver enzymes, jaundice)[1][7]
  • Allergic/hypersensitivity reactions such as rash, swelling of the face or mouth, or trouble breathing[1][5]
  • Thrombocytopenia (low platelets), anemia[1][3]

Patients are advised to contact their doctor immediately if they experience symptoms such as sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, swelling or pain in the legs, blurred vision, abnormal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain or pressure, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or any signs of allergic reaction[3][4][5][7][8].

Kessar contains lactose monohydrate, so those with sugar intolerances should consult their doctor before use[2].

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