Question 1

aside from ara-c, what alternative  drugs are currently used for leukemia?

Accepted Answer

Anti-Leukemic Drugs: Anthracyclines like Daunorubicin or Idarubicin are frequently used with ara-c as part of initial (induction) therapy for acute myeloid leukemia. Mitoxantrone (less cardiotoxic) can be substituted for these drugs in elderly patients. Etoposide has also been added as a third agent in more refractory or relapsed cases. Vincristine, prednisone, l-asparaginase are used more in acute lymphoid leukemias.

Question 2

other then ara-c, what other drugs are currently used for leukemia?

Accepted Answer

There are &gt;1 type of: I assume that your question is about Acute leukemia where Ara-C is commonly used. This is typically given in combination with other drugs like Daunorubicin or Idarubicin( for AML) and sometimes with Methotrexate(for ALL)

Question 3

what are side effects of chemo. w/ ara-c and daunamyacin?

Accepted Answer

Ara-C & daunorubicin: Combination of ara-c and Daunorubicin is used to treat acute leukemia. They may cause nasuea, vomiting, hair loss, weakness, supression to bone marrow, infection, diarrhea, headache, etc
a detail discussion with your oncologist has to be done prior to administration of these drugs. See more 
here:http://www.Nlm.Nih.Gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a682222.Html;.

Question 4

has anyone had chemo. w/ ara-c and daunamyacin?

Accepted Answer

These drugs: Are used in the treatment of acute myelogenous leukemia.

Question 5

best first-line treatment for mantle cell lymphoma now: high doses of ara-c+rituximab and autologous sc transplant, or  rituximab+bendamustine?

Accepted Answer

There is no: Definitive answer to your question.  Studies have compared the strategies you mention. The high dose ara-c arm was closed because it was difficult to mobilize stem cells for transplant after these regimens. Bendamustine-r is a good program, and many centers would consolidate a good response with an autograft.

Question 6

which drug is a good allergy medication?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The choice of allergy medication depends on symptoms. There are several good over the counter antihistamines. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Question 7

is it bad to take otc allergy medication to help fall asleep once in a while?

Accepted Answer

Try Melatonin: If you use Benedryl or some other OTC allergy medication to fall asleep once in awhile it won't hurt you.  However, its not a perfect solution.  These medications change your sleep architecture.  You don't get the right balance of each stage of sleep to feel rested.  You may feel hung-over in the morning.  A better solution would be Melatonin.  You can buy it a healthfood store.  Sulingual is best

Question 8

i have had a very slight case of gynecomastia all my life. possibly caused by allergy medication?

Accepted Answer

Not a common cause: Other than steroids, I am not aware of any common allergy drugs that are associated with the development of gynecomastia.
For a list of some medications linked to gynecomastia, go to:
http://www.Livestrong.Com/article/175328-drugs-that-could-cause-gynecomastia/.

Question 9

what a good cold, flu or allergy medication out there?

Accepted Answer

Many choices: There is no magic pill out there and it all depends on what symptoms your are trying to treat. A decongestant for a cold or flu is available is many different combinations over the counter under different brand names. Look at the ingredients, Pseudoephedrine is a good decongestant avilable in combination with other medications. For allergies, a non drowsy long acting antihistamine is allegra (fexofenadine).

Question 10

which allergy medication works best for a 5 yr old?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or claritin: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) works well but can be sedating, or paradoxically might cause hyperactivity.  Claritin is a nice alternative, working for 24 hours and usually not sedating.

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Aside from ara-c, what alternative drugs are currently used for leukemia?

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Other then ara-c, what other drugs are currently used for leukemia?

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What are side effects of chemo. w/ ara-c and daunamyacin?

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Has anyone had chemo. w/ ara-c and daunamyacin?

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Best first-line treatment for mantle cell lymphoma now: high doses of ara-c+rituximab and autologous sc transplant, or rituximab+bendamustine?

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Which drug is a good allergy medication?

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Is it bad to take otc allergy medication to help fall asleep once in a while?

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I have had a very slight case of gynecomastia all my life. possibly caused by allergy medication?

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What a good cold, flu or allergy medication out there?

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Which allergy medication works best for a 5 yr old?

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