- Home
- Breast cancer
- Tamoxifen side effects tracker
Tamoxifen side effects tracker
Note each day how you feel, score symptoms from 0 to 10 and write when they happen, then bring a short summary to your appointments. Side effects are easier to discuss when you can show a pattern. Never stop treatment without talking to your team.
What to track
- Hot flushes: how many, how strong
- Sleep and mood
- Joint or muscle pain
- Energy and concentration
- Changes your team asked you to watch for, including anything unusual
A 1-minute daily template
Date | Top 3 symptoms (0-10) | Time of day | What helped | Notes
Report right away
Report any symptom your team told you to report right away, using the number you were given.
At your appointment
Show a summary: what changed since you started, how it affects your daily life, and your top three questions.
See also the symptom diary template.
Frequently asked questions
How do I track tamoxifen side effects?
Score symptoms daily from 0 to 10 and note timing and what helped.
Should I stop if side effects are hard?
Do not stop on your own. Talk to your team: there may be options.
What should I bring to my appointment?
A short summary of changes and your questions.
For information only, not medical advice. For information only, not medical advice. Follow your care team's guidance, and use the number you were given for anything urgent.