Question 1

what prescriptions may result in hair loss besides chemo medications. is warfarin one of them?

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Yes: Although rare, hair loss has been reported with warfarin.

Question 2

what are some prescribed nausea medications for chemo that won't interact with effexor and rexulti? doctor keeps prescribing the ones that interact with each other?

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: It is best you bring this to the attention of your doctor. Your doctor has information about all your medications and though may not know everything, it is best to discuss this situation with your doctor with your concerns.

Question 3

how long does it usually take for chemotherapy drugs to get out of one's system?

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Drug vs. effects: Most chemotherapy drugs are "out" of one's system in hours to days.  However, the biological effects of the drugs may be much longer. Some drugs such as Rituximab or Fludarabine may suppress the immune system for many months after discontinuation.

Question 4

there are about 100 different named chemo drugs available taken by mouth. which one(s) chosen for treatment depends on many factors. do you know the names or have a list where the side effects are reported to be minimal for head hair loss?

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: This site offers volunteer docs from around the country who answer specific questions about a health problem experienced by real patients. It is not a library or substitute for your asking your own physician questions about your options. The data you seek would not fit in the space we are permitted for answers.

Question 5

different opinions about what medication has to be on it seems like they argue more  question is do you know if any of the chemo would you recommend o?

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Usually cxombo: Chemotherapy is still the mainstay for most malignancies.  Depending on whether they are in the GI tract, lung or sarcomatous in origin. several appear effective.  While cure doesn't occur for the solid tumors in comparison to the lymphomas, leukemias some benefit can result in terms of prologation in survival.  Combo's containing taxol (paclitaxel) and its derivatives as well as the platinums seem to help.

Question 6

i have amyloidosis. will b12 benefit? i take lots of medication. chemo and stetroids weekly.

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor.: There is no good evidence that vitamin B 12 will help amyloidosis. However, if you have vitamin B 12 deficiency, it may be a good idea. You should not start any new medicine or supplement yourself while you are on chemotherapy and steroids. However, you might want to ask your physician if it would be OK to take it or whether he can check your vitamin B 12 levels. Good luck.

Question 7

my boyfriend is on chemotherapy medication and we do not use protection, will the chemicals be in his sperm? if so, how will that effect me?

Accepted Answer

Specifics: There are hundreds of different possible agents used as chemotherapy. You have to be specific here for a real or right answer.

Question 8

what medication can i take for body pain after chemotherapy.

Accepted Answer

Pain relief: For nonspecific body aches and  pains,acetaminophen is safe as long as you don't imbibe in too much alcohol. Anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen or naproxen are ok if taken with food as long as you don't have high blood pressure, kidney disease or gastrointestinal issues. For significant pain related to tumor involvement, your oncologist must treat you.

Question 9

55 yr. old spouse, chronic renal insufficiency due to aggressive chemo in 2000 for aml, now recovering from shingles, safe pain medications?

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Safe painkiller: Codeine, tramadol, oxycontin, morphine sulfate.

Question 10

expert opinions? what medications shows the greatest promise as a cancer chemotherapy agent?

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I wish I had: More than 400 characters but in my opinion, those new agents that target specific molecular processes in cancer cells that make them behave as cancer cells are the most exciting. They target cancer cells and spare (to a certain degree) normal cells so the side effects are less. They are not perfect and unfortunately they tend to be veeeery expensive, which is a big problem.

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What prescriptions may result in hair loss besides chemo medications. is warfarin one of them?

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What are some prescribed nausea medications for chemo that won't interact with effexor and rexulti? doctor keeps prescribing the ones that interact with each other?

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How long does it usually take for chemotherapy drugs to get out of one's system?

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There are about 100 different named chemo drugs available taken by mouth. which one(s) chosen for treatment depends on many factors. do you know the names or have a list where the side effects are reported to be minimal for head hair loss?

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Different opinions about what medication has to be on it seems like they argue more question is do you know if any of the chemo would you recommend o?

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I have amyloidosis. will b12 benefit? i take lots of medication. chemo and stetroids weekly.

A member asked:

My boyfriend is on chemotherapy medication and we do not use protection, will the chemicals be in his sperm? if so, how will that effect me?

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What medication can i take for body pain after chemotherapy.

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55 yr. old spouse, chronic renal insufficiency due to aggressive chemo in 2000 for aml, now recovering from shingles, safe pain medications?

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Expert opinions? what medications shows the greatest promise as a cancer chemotherapy agent?

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