7 results for “Reaction Department”
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Raltitrexed
…switch was made, and how you responded can also become part of the damages and life-expectancy evidence in an asbestos claim. Example Sentence "Because the patient developed a severe reaction to pemetrexed, her oncologist switched…
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Regorafenib (Stivarga)
…for colorectal, GIST, or liver cancer) or off-label (for mesothelioma), and whether a clinical trial would be more appropriate. Side effects can be significant. Hand-foot skin reaction, high blood pressure, fatigue, diarrhea, and liver…
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Sorafenib (Nexavar)
…is the best fit for your cancer type and stage, or whether newer immunotherapy or combination regimens (such as checkpoint inhibitors) may now be preferred. Common side effects include hand-foot skin reaction, high blood pressure…
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Pegargiminase (ADI-PEG20)
…that shields it from the immune system, prolongs its activity in the body, and reduces allergic reactions. The "20" refers to the 20-kilodalton molecular weight of the PEG component. It was developed by Polaris Pharmaceuticals…
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Capecitabine
…can prevent serious complications. Patients with a DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase) enzyme deficiency can have severe, even fatal reactions to capecitabine; ask whether DPD testing is appropriate before starting treatment. Keep a written log of every chemotherapy…
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Carboplatin
…bleeding, fever, or extreme fatigue), allergic reactions during infusion (which become more common after several cycles), numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, and hearing changes. Keep a personal treatment log with infusion dates, doses…
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Cetuximab (Erbitux)
…acne-like skin rash, dry skin, nail changes, infusion reactions, and low blood magnesium. These are common with cetuximab and often require dose adjustments or supportive care. Keep copies of infusion records, pathology and biomarker reports…