Fareston
Fareston Overview

Fareston (generic: toremifene) is a prescription medication used to treat certain types of breast cancer in post-menopausal women.

Fareston belongs to a group of drugs called nonsteroidal antiestrogens. It works by blocking the activity of estrogen in the breast which stops the cancer from growing.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken once a day, with or without food. 

Common side effects of Fareston include sweating, hot flashes, nausea, and dizziness.