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Indications

Fareston is a medication used to treat metastatic hormone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It belongs to a class of medications called selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) and works by blocking the effects of estrogen in the breast tissue.

The active ingredient in Fareston is toremifene citrate. A doctor should be consulted for more information about the uses and side effects of Fareston.

Use and Dosage

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless your doctor or pharmacist says you may do so safely. Grapefruit can increase the chance of side effects with this medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the tablets.

Tell your doctor right away if your condition worsens (such as if you get new breast lumps).

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Toremifene can cause a life-threatening heart rhythm disorder. Stop using toremifene and call your doctor at once if you have:

• Fast or pounding heartbeats
• Fluttering in your chest
• Sudden dizziness (like you might pass out)
• Shortness of breath
• A seizure

Also, call your doctor at once if you have:

• Pelvic pain or abnormal vaginal bleeding
• A slow heart rate, weak pulse, fainting, or slow breathing (breathing may stop)
• Blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights
• Heart attack symptoms–chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, nausea, or sweating
• High calcium levels–confusion, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, increased thirst or urination, or weight loss
• Liver problems–loss of appetite, stomach pain (upper right side), dark urine, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
• Signs of a blood clot–sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), severe headache, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance, chest pain, wheezing, or coughing up blood

Common side effects of toremifene may include:

• Sweating or hot flashes
• Nausea
• Vaginal discharge

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

Before taking toremifene, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: bone cancer (metastases), blood disorders (such as anemia, low platelets), diabetes, history of stroke or other blood clots (such as in the legs, lungs), heart disease (such as heart attack, irregular heartbeat), high blood pressure, liver disease, long periods of sitting or lying down (for example, due to immobility such as being bedridden), uterus problems such as endometrial hyperplasia.

This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzier. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

Notify your doctor beforehand if you will be having surgery or will be confined to a chair/bed for a long time (such as on a long plane flight).

During pregnancy, toremifene should be used only when needed. It may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor right away. Women of childbearing age should use reliable forms of non-hormonal birth control (such as condoms, diaphragm with spermicide) while using this medication. Discuss the use of birth control, the risks and benefits of this medication, and any other concerns about using this medication with your doctor.

It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breastfeeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Fareston is available in the following form and strengths:

• Fareston Tablet:
  • 60 mg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

Overdose symptoms may include headache, dizziness, and nausea.

What should I avoid while taking toremifene?

Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with toremifene and lead to unwanted side effects. Avoid the use of grapefruit products while taking toremifene.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal products. Avoid taking an herbal supplement containing St. John’s wort.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-5078/fareston-oral/details
2. https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/overview/fareston-epar-summary-public_pl.pdf
3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=2cab8dd1-3a10-48e6-86ce-0e5275ed49e5
4. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/toremifene.html#side-effects