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Cause Of Capecitabine Allergy
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What is the definition or description of: Capecitabine allergy?
GI symptoms: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomatitis,abdominal pain,dermatitis and fatigue. ...Read more
Allergies (Definition)
Allergies occur when your immune system is triggered by envirionmental factors it should ignore--for example, pollen in the air, or dander on a cat or dog--and creates cells to fight against them. An allergic reaction typically causes itching, congestion, or drainage, and ...Read more
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Can capecitabine cause me to lose my fingerprints?
No: But it may cause inflammation of the skin of the hands (and feet). Sometimes, as people age, fingerprints become less sharp. But they never disappear. ...Read more
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How fast does Xeloda (capecitabine) work on shrinking tumours and how would this drug cause you to vomit blood ?
See below: Xeloda (capecitabine) can shrink tumors in 3-4 weeks time. It would rarely cause bleedding in the vomitus...It could only happen if it has caused severe mouth/throat ulcerations which is uncommom but it does occur in 1-2% of the patients taking xeloda (capecitabine). ...Read more
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Does Xeloda (capecitabine) effect your eyesight?
Usually no: Eye side effects are not common with this medication. Some people have reports redness, irritation or swollen lids. Blurriness of vision is not expected. If you are experiencing this, you should see an eye md. ...Read more
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What are the side effects of xeloda (capecitabine)?
Xeloda (capecitabine): Some are muscle pains, dizziness, nausea, headaches, rash. ...Read more
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Are the drugs faslodex (fulvestrant) and Xeloda similiar?
NO: Faslodex (fulvestrant) - is hormone therapy for metastatic breast cancer, it`s given as an injection. Xeloda - is an oral chemotherapy drug that can also be used in metastatic breast cancer as well as in other cancers. ...Read more
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Has anyone taken Xeloda (capecitabine) or zometa for mets?
These are 2 options: Xeloda (capecitabine) - is an oral chemotherapy drug that can be used for certain metastatic cancers alone or in combination with other chemotherapy drugs as palliative treatment. Zometa - is used in a situation where cancer has spread to the bones. Its not chemotherapy but a bisphosphanate, a medication used to prevent further weakening of bones by cancer and prevent fractures. In some situations both are given. ...Read more
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How effective is Xeloda (capecitabine) on cancer tumors?
Depends: This drug is used in several diseases in the adjuvant and treatment setting. It can be used in colon cancer, breast cancer, rectal and other diseases. The benefit of this drug depends on the situation. ...Read more
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What are the possible side effects of Xeloda (capecitabine) for cancer?
Multiple: Depressed blood counts, diarrhea, esophagitis, hepatic failure, irritation of your palms & soles, fatigue, mouth ulcers, numbness, lack of appetite, and swelling are some of the more common side effects. ...Read more
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What are the side effects of Xeloda (capecitabine) and neotherapy for cancer?
Xeloda (capecitabine): http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a699003.html if any concern, please see your oncologist and discuss further with your md. ...Read more
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Generally, how many times a week/month does an INR need to be taken when prescribed Xeloda (capecitabine) and warfarin?
Varies with time: At first, INR is usually checked every 3-4 days until a dose is found that keeps you in the appropriate INR range for 2 or more checks, then checks are spaced out to weekly. With a couple more normal checks, they can be moved to every 10-14 days, then ultimately if your dose is very stable over time and you do well at maintaining a consistent warfarin-diet, monthly checks are fine long-term. ...Read more
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How effective is xeloda (capecitabine)?
In certain cancer: Xeloda (capecitabine) is an oral chemo, which is a prodrug of 5-fluorouracil- a type of chemotherapy that has been used for many different cancers. Xeloda (capecitabine) is an effective chemotherapy for some cancers- such as gastrointestinal cancers ( colon, rectal, stomach, esophageal etc), breast cancer- but not for all type of cancer. ...Read more
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What are side effects of capecitabine?
Capecitabine: It may cause fatigue/weakness, nausea, vomiting, change in taste, supression to blood counts-anemia, low white blood cells, low platelet, rash/dryness/peeling skin of plams and soles, oral sore, infection, etc. Discuss further with your oncologist. Read more here http://www.Nlm.Nih.Gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a699003.Html. ...Read more
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If I take capecitabine regularly will I lose fingerprints?
Probably not: Occasionally, the cutaneous reaction may be severe. I suppose, in that situation, fingerprints may be lost temporarily. ...Read more
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Can Xeloda (capecitabine) damage the liver?
Unlikely: Xeloda (capecitabine) does not have any known liver toxicity. So you will not have to worry about this drug causing liver damage. ...Read more
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Do you know are avastin (bevacizumab) and Xeloda the same?
Different: Xeloda is oral chemotherapy while Avastin (bevacizumab) is a monoclonal antibody targeting vascular growth factor. Bevacizumab (avastin) is a recombinant humanized monoclonal antibody that blocks angiogenesis by inhibiting vascular endothelial growth factor. It also helps with chemo by allowing entry into tumor microvascular structures while Xeloda helps to inhibit DNA synthesis ...Read more
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Are faslodex (fulvestrant) and Xeloda similiar to each other?
NO: Faslodex (fulvestrant) is an anti estogen therapy -used to treat hormone receptor positive breast cancer (breast cancer that depends on hormones such as estrogen to grow)- is given by injecting medication into the muscle. Xeloda is an oral chemotherapy- which is a pro drug of 5fu. It is used to treat different kind of cancer such as- colon, esophagus, rectal, breast . They are not similar. ...Read more
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What can anyone tell me about Xeloda (capecitabine) for cancer?
Xeloda (capecitabine): What specific information do you want to know? Xeloda (capecitabine) is a pro drug of 5-fu ( fluoro-uracil)- which is one of the oldest chemotherapy that has been widely used for the last 50 year or so. Xeloda (capecitabine) is an oral chemotherapy- used to treat different kind of cancer including- colon, rectal, esophageal, stomach, breast cancer. Open this link: http://www.Nlm.Nih.Gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a699003.Html. ...Read more
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What are the drugs faslodex (fulvestrant) and Xeloda similiar to each other?
Not similar: Faslodex (fulvestrant) is an anti hormonal medication. Blocks production of estrogen. Xeloda is a chemotherapy medication. Hope this helps. ...Read more
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What happens if for mcrc, Xeloda (capecitabine) n irinotecan has failed ? The person has about 3,4 mets ?
Not really: Having failed does not necessarily represent progression of metastasis but possibly no evidence of extensive disease progression. In such a case if disease is in liver isotope infusion or chemoembolization may help. If new lung lesions are seen, they may be amenable to resection and if progression has occurred newer immunotherapy approaches such as with Neo 102 can give better than 1 yr. survival . ...Read more
Capecitabine (Definition)
Capecitabine is a mineral which is a kind of nutritional agent ...Read more