Table 5.
Incidence of Adverse Events in the Study
| Adverse Event | Tamoxifen (n = 55) | Placebo during Randomized (receiving Placebo; n = 52) | Placebo during Open Label (receiving Tamoxifen; n = 42) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acne | 0 (0) | 3 (6) | 0 (0) |
| Cramping/changes in menstrual fluid | 3 (5) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) |
| Fluid retention | 10 (18) | 1 (2) | 2 (5) |
| Headache/migraine | 16 (29) | 1 (2) | 3 (7) |
| Hot flashes | 6 (11) | 3 (6) | 0 (0) |
| Mood changes | 11 (20) | 2 (4) | 2 (5) |
| Nausea/vomiting | 5 (9) | 2 (4) | 1 (2) |
| Rash | 0 (0) | 2 (4) | 0 (0) |
| Vision flashes | 1 (2) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) |
| Weakness/fatigue/dizziness | 6 (11) | 1 (2) | 1 (2) |
| Weight loss | 1 (2) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) |
| Yeast infection/BV | 5 (9) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) |
Data are n(%).