Fulvestrant

Uses

Precaution

Side Effects

Handling

Uses

What is Fulvestrant for?

Fulvestrant is a hormonal medicine used in advanced breast cancer. It may also be used in combination with other breast cancer medicines e.g. palbociclib, ribociclib.

How should I take or use Fulvestrant?

It is an injection given at the muscles in the buttocks. When fulvestrant is started, it is given once every 2 weeks for the first 3 doses. After which, it is injected only once a month.

What should I do if I forget to take or use Fulvestrant?

If you missed a dose, inform your doctor immediately and arrange for a follow-up as soon as possible.

Precaution

What precautions should I take when taking or using Fulvestrant?

Inform your doctor or pharmacist regarding any other medical conditions you have or medicines you are taking e.g. blood thinners.

Side Effects

What are some common side effects of Fulvestrant?

Nausea and vomiting
Muscle, joint, bone and back pain
May be relieved by taking paracetamol.
Headache
Fatigue
Hot flushes may occur
Sore throat
Pain at injection site

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

Chest pain and rapid, irregular heartbeat
Swelling of extremities
Cough with difficulty breathing
Calf swelling or tenderness or hardness over a vein
Other persistent or severe side effects

Handling

How should I store Fulvestrant?

Keep away from children
Keep in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight
Store in the refrigerator. Do not freeze.
Do not freeze.

Disclaimers

Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.

This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System, and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity, and Watsons), and the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.