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Breast cancer prevention: Medicines that reduce risk
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Tamoxifen
Raloxifene
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Who it's for
Aromatase inhibitors
How they work
Who they're for
Common side effects
Risks
Tamoxifen
Raloxifene
How it works
Who it's for
Aromatase inhibitors
How they work
Who they're for
Common side effects
Risks
Content
By Mayo Clinic Staff
If you are at high risk of breast cancer, certain medicines may help lower your chances of getting the disease. This approach is called risk-reducing therapy or preventive therapy.
Here's an overview of these medicines, including how they may help prevent breast cancer and the possible side effects and health risks.
