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What is the nature of gemcitabine/carboplatin side effects?
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See below: This combination of chemotherapy can lead to fatigue, nausea and vomiting, low blood counts, neuropathy. It is most commonly administered for lung cancer, but also can be used in other cancers.
Answered 1/8/2013
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