This factsheet should help you to discuss any queries about your treatment and its side effects with your doctor or nurse, as they are in the best position to help and advise you. Because people react to drugs in different ways it is not possible to predict who is going to have side effects. Most people have few side effects with Formestane but you may experience the following side effects in varying degrees. Hot flushes These are usually mild and may wear off after a period of time and become less of a problem. Drugs can sometimes be prescribed to counteract these flushes.
Some people find it is helpful to cut down on tea, coffee, nicotine and alcohol.
This may occur while using Formestane. Your doctor can prescribe a gel which can help overcome the dryness and it will go back to normal after the medication is stopped. The gels are available from any chemist or can be prescribed by your doctor. Vaginal spotting may occasionally occur while using Formestane. This is not harmful although it can be a nuisance.