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Has anyone done taxotere and Cytoxan with very low steroids?
Asked by anonymous
Stage 2A Patient-
anonymous
Survivor since 2004
Yes, that is what I'm going through right now. I've done 2 treatments so far. I'm tired the first week and increasingly feel better until the next treatment. I haven't had nausea, but more of an unsettled stomach. I started to get a yeast infection from the antibiotics and/or steroids so am...
Comment 0Yes, that is what I'm going through right now. I've done 2 treatments so far. I'm tired the first week and increasingly feel better until the next treatment. I haven't had nausea, but more of an unsettled stomach. I started to get a yeast infection from the antibiotics and/or steroids so am drinking kefir or yogurt to counteract.
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I have Stage 1 triple negative breast cancer. I have had my lifetime dose of adriamycin and was put on a regimen of Cytoxin and Taxotere. I had a moderately severe reaction to these drugs in my second treatment. What do I do next?
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anonymous
Stage 4 Patient
Sorry to hear about your reaction. When I was on the "cocktail" of Taxotere. My Onc prescribed steroid pills to take the night before and the morning of my chemo. Then of course....steroids and Benadryl via IV. She told me this was due to so many women having a reaction to the Taxotere. Was this...
Comment 1Sorry to hear about your reaction. When I was on the "cocktail" of Taxotere. My Onc prescribed steroid pills to take the night before and the morning of my chemo. Then of course....steroids and Benadryl via IV. She told me this was due to so many women having a reaction to the Taxotere. Was this done by your Onc? If you are not able to tolerate those two drugs...not to worry. There are more chemo drugs used. I completed my rounds of Adriamycin, Cytoxin, and Taxotere and then had my surgery. Afterwards due to extensive lymph node involvement I am on chemo again using the drugs Carboplatin and Gemcitabine. These two chemo drugs are used for later stages of breast cancer as well as lung and ovaian cancer. Talk to your Onc about your different options. Best wishes and prayers to you in your fight!
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I am stage 1 and will soon be on cytoxin and taxotere as well. What kind of reaction did you have? Did you lose any hair or has it thinned?
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Hi, I am in my second treatment of taxotere and cytoxin. I got a sore mouth in the first treatment. But this time it is horrible. So far no open sores, but difficult to eat. Any suggestions?
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anonymous
Stage 4 Patient
Hi Barbara....yes those are painful. Has your Onc told you about magic mouthwash? It's prescribed for mouth sore from having chemo. It has Several different things that help heal the sores. It's really helped me!
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I read about a baking soda and water rinse. It was also suggested to eat things like yogurt, broth, toast and stay away from sodas and acidic drinks. I start my first round of cytoxin and taxotere tomorrow.
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What side effects does Taxotere have? I'm on AC right now for one more treatments and it's got some hard side-effects so was just hoping to hear it isn't as bad.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Hi Leann, I just finished 6 treatments of AC and will be starting taxol on Monday so I will let u know how it goes...AC was tough for me too so I'm hoping the taxol is easier...everyone including my doctor had said it's easier so will see
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anonymous
Stage 4 Patient
Taxol was quite a bit easier on me than AC. I didn't have the nausea I had before. I did have some tingling in my feet but not bad. Also had some changes with my nails. They flattened out. Some women report them getting dark. Hope it's easier on you. Sounds like you're halfway there!
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Has anyone ever experienced atrial fibrulation as a residual effect of chemo? I took herceptin, taxotere and carboplatin.
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Survivor since 2011-
anonymous
Industry Provider
There is no evidence that taxotere or carbaplatin have any adverse effects on the heart. Herceptin is known to rarely cause some heart changes, but not specifically atrial fibrillation.
Atrial fibrillation is actually very common with age. Most people get it for reasons related to high blood...
1 comment 2There is no evidence that taxotere or carbaplatin have any adverse effects on the heart. Herceptin is known to rarely cause some heart changes, but not specifically atrial fibrillation.
Atrial fibrillation is actually very common with age. Most people get it for reasons related to high blood pressure, valve disease, coronary artery disease, lung disease, alcohol use or thyroid problems. If one of those were to blame, you and your doctor would most likely already know that you had the risk factor. But up to 1-3 out of every 10 people with atrial fibrillation had no risk factor for Afib.
Be optimistic! There are lots of options for atrial fibrillation treatment and in many patients it can be fixed.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
These are the same drugs I have taken and am still taking Herceptin and have so far not experienced any problems with my heart. My oncologist sends me every three months for an echo to keep a close watch for any possible damage.
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I have 1 more treatment of FEC to do then I move on to 3 treatments of taxotere! Are the side effects the same for both or am I getting into more problems?
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Stage 2B Patient-
anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Hi I also had taxol & FEC although I did mine a little different , I did the taxol for 12 weeks then the FEC..the taxol for me was much easier than the FEC,everyone is different but the only things I really experienced with taxol was the bone pain,which again I was very blessed as it wasn't too...
2 comments 0Hi I also had taxol & FEC although I did mine a little different , I did the taxol for 12 weeks then the FEC..the taxol for me was much easier than the FEC,everyone is different but the only things I really experienced with taxol was the bone pain,which again I was very blessed as it wasn't too bad,it would usually start a day or two after my treatment & last about a day but nothin a ibuprofen couldn't handle. Again my dosage was weekly so I'm not sure of that made a difference. The one thing I will tell you to watch out for is the numbing & tingling which I'm sure your doctors will warn you about,make sure you inform them. I didn't have this issue thankfully but I hear it can start up even years after. Good luck,your almost there! :)
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Hi I also had taxol & FEC although I did mine a little different , I did the taxol for 12 weeks then the FEC..the taxol for me was much easier than the FEC,everyone is different but the only things I really experienced with taxol was the bone pain,which again I was very blessed as it wasn't too...
Comment 0Hi I also had taxol & FEC although I did mine a little different , I did the taxol for 12 weeks then the FEC..the taxol for me was much easier than the FEC,everyone is different but the only things I really experienced with taxol was the bone pain,which again I was very blessed as it wasn't too bad,it would usually start a day or two after my treatment & last about a day but nothin a ibuprofen couldn't handle. Again my dosage was weekly so I'm not sure of that made a difference. The one thing I will tell you to watch out for is the numbing & tingling which I'm sure your doctors will warn you about,make sure you inform them. I didn't have this issue thankfully but I hear it can start up even years after. Good luck,your almost there! :)
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Does anyone else take codine for pain after taxotere and nupogen? How long should I expect the pain?
Asked by anonymous
Stage 2B Patient-
anonymous
Stage 4 Patient
Hi Christina, thankfully I don't have any more neuropathy or residual pain left over from chemo. My last treatment was in Jan. Are you finished with chemo yet?
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anonymous
Stage 3B Patient
I take 2 Tylenol before I do my shot. If pain is really bad during the day I take a Vicodin it usually only last for a couple of days every cycle. I have to do 6 days.
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Has anyone been on taxotere& cytoxan for chemo? I'm also taking steroid pills the day before, the day of, and the day after. Is this normal? Is this what makes you gain weight? Do I need the steroids? Very nervous, I start chemo tomorrow.
Asked by anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer-
anonymous
Survivor since 2007
Hi Lisa,
Try to think of the chemo as your path to getting back to a normal life and wiping out that nasty BC. You have a lot of company with your mix of chemo., and the combination of drugs is pretty common. Even though we may have diagnosis that sound the same, there are always differences in...4 comments 0Hi Lisa,
Try to think of the chemo as your path to getting back to a normal life and wiping out that nasty BC. You have a lot of company with your mix of chemo., and the combination of drugs is pretty common. Even though we may have diagnosis that sound the same, there are always differences in many components of individual cells. The steroids are used as a preventative to some reactions to the chemotherapy drugs. Steroids can cause weight gain but so will lack of normal exercise. You aren't on the steroids all that much. You only take them around and during your treatment. Did your oncologist have a port placed for the delivery of your treatments?
I can only tell you of my experiences with chemotherapy. I started losing my hair about 2 weeks after the first treatment. I never had nausea but the first few days after my treatments, I felt very tired kind of like the flu. After about the 4th or 5th day, there was a big turn-around and I was back to normal. I was taking a different combination of drugs than you, but my taste changed. Before chemo, I LOVED coffee and chocolate. During chemo, I craved greens! I used to consume bags of spinach and salads. After chemo, back to the coffee and chocolate. I lost a little bit of weight.
The time I spend in the place where the chemo is given was like a little party room. Much laughing, talking, and eating with the other patients. I loved the people and had a great time.... no kidding!
I would take something to read, MP3, or other electronic thingy, or a crossword puzzle... anything that you enjoy. I always slept through part of my treatment which lasted about 1.5 to 2 hours. I ALWAYS asked questions and I think you should bring a list of things you want to ask for tomorrow. Be your own best advocate. If something doesn't seem right, speak up! Be polite, but be sure and check when that inner voice says "Something doesn't seem right." I always dealt with the entire breast cancer thing with a whole lot of humor. It seemed to take the place of my fear. Hang in there.... you will be ok. Tomorrow will be one treatment checked off on your road to recovery. BE SURE TO DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS! Take care, and God's blessings, Sharon -
anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I had both of those drugs. The steroid you are taking is to help with the nausea. It really worked for me. It kind of makes you wired fir a couple of days though. It did make me put on a little weight. If you feel well enough, walking might help with that. As forth drugs, the taxotere caused some...
Comment 0I had both of those drugs. The steroid you are taking is to help with the nausea. It really worked for me. It kind of makes you wired fir a couple of days though. It did make me put on a little weight. If you feel well enough, walking might help with that. As forth drugs, the taxotere caused some numbness & tingling in my fingers &
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Just finished my first cycle of taxotere and am 3 days out the joint pain. (the aching is unbearable) The Dr perscribed lortab which dulls the pain. Any advice on what to do for some relief?
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Stage 3A Patient- View all 4 answers
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anonymous
Stage 4 Patient
Yes Vickie's right...if you've had the Neulasta shot...that may very well be the cause. If so...try this...two days before your next dose of Neulasta, take Claritan (not Claritan D). Take one per day beginning two days before and the day of your visit. Then continue to take Claritan for three...
Comment 1Yes Vickie's right...if you've had the Neulasta shot...that may very well be the cause. If so...try this...two days before your next dose of Neulasta, take Claritan (not Claritan D). Take one per day beginning two days before and the day of your visit. Then continue to take Claritan for three days after along with the pain meds your dr. prescribed. It really does work!!
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anonymous
Stage 3A Patient
Havent needed the nuelesta my white counts are hanging in for now ! I started taking a multi vitamin cause I heard b vitamins help with joint pain
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I just finished 3 rounds of FEC I am on nupegen injections, and am starting 3 rounds of Taxatere , the injections cause me lots of bone pain , what are the common side effects of Taxatere? Anyone have this??
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Stage 2B Patient- View all 4 answers
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anonymous
Survivor since 2007
Christina,
I have never had these drugs so my suggestions to this are purely anecdotal. It seems like a lot of drugs we are given for breast cancer cause joint pain and bone pain. It is a common side effect of many of these drugs. I would certainly relate this to your doctor and see if...
Comment 3Christina,
I have never had these drugs so my suggestions to this are purely anecdotal. It seems like a lot of drugs we are given for breast cancer cause joint pain and bone pain. It is a common side effect of many of these drugs. I would certainly relate this to your doctor and see if modifications can be made to your treatment. Good luck to you and stay with this group. It's a great bunch of women who understand what we are all going through. We may have had different diagnosis as far as the type of breast cancer but we all understand what you are going through. You are safe here and we will support anyone who is going through treatment of this disease or have had this disease in the past.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
Is Taxetere the same as Taxol? I have two treatments of Taxol remaining and I also receive Neulasta shots to boost my white blood cell counts. I also experience the awful bone pain and soreness and recently told my onc that I believe it's the worst part if UHF treatment. He prescribed me 800 mg...
Comment 0Is Taxetere the same as Taxol? I have two treatments of Taxol remaining and I also receive Neulasta shots to boost my white blood cell counts. I also experience the awful bone pain and soreness and recently told my onc that I believe it's the worst part if UHF treatment. He prescribed me 800 mg ibuprofen and told me to start 24 hours in advance. Also, claritin is supposed to help for bone pain. The claritin reps claim it's not officially in their literature yet but that it does work. So last time I started both meds 24 hours in advance and the pain seemed better, more manageable at least. For me it's only about 48 hours before the pain is gone.
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