Drug Information Summaries
The alphabetical list of drug information summaries includes brand and generic drug names. For each brand name, the generic name is shown in parentheses: Brand name (Generic). Abraxane (Paclitaxel Albumin-stabilized Nanoparticle ... [... more]
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Targeted Cancer Therapies: Q & A - National Cancer Institute
Targeted cancer therapies use drugs that block the growth and spread of cancer by interfering with specific molecules involved in carcinogenesis (the process by which normal cells become cancer cells) and tumor growth (see Questions 1, 2, and ... [... more]
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Oral Complications of Chemotherapy and Head/Neck ...
The oral cavity is at high risk of side effects from chemotherapy and radiation therapy for a number of reasons. Oral side effects may make it difficult for a patient to receive all of his or her cancer treatment. Sometimes treatment must be ... [... more]
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About This Book
This book is a guide you can refer to throughout your chemotherapy treatment. It includes facts about chemotherapy and its side effects and also highlights ways you can care for yourself before, during, and after treatment. Talk with your doctor ... [... more]
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IV Iron Effective in Treating Chemotherapy-Induced Anemia
Two studies in the April 1, 2008, Journal of Clinical Oncology (JCO) found that intravenous (IV) iron significantly improves hemoglobin levels in patients taking erythropoietin-stimulating agents (ESAs) for chemotherapy-induced anemia compared ... [... more]
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Centros Oncológicos
El Programa de Centros Oncológicos del Instituto Nacional del Cáncer apoya a instituciones superiores de investigación y académicas de todo Estados Unidos para sostener programas interdisciplinarios, coordinados, extensos, de [... more]
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Helping Yourself During Chemotherapy: Summary
Chemotherapy is treating cancer with drugs that kill cancer cells. If you have any questions after reading this, ask your doctor or nurse. They can tell you more about chemotherapy. To learn more about cancer, call the National Cancer Institute's ... [... more]
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Aspectos generales
La cavidad oral es altamente vulnerable a los efectos secundarios de la quimioterapia y la radioterapia por diferentes razones. Los efectos secundarios orales pueden dificultar que un paciente reciba un tratamiento completo para el cáncer. . [... more]
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Understanding Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. It is also called "chemo." Today, there are many different kinds of chemotherapy. So the way you feel during treatment may be very different from someone ... [... more]
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Managing Chemotherapy Side Effects: Anemia
Anemia is when your body doesn't have enough red blood cells. Having anemia can make you feel very tired or weak. Practical advice about anemia, tips to help you feel less tired, and signs to call your doctor about. Read questions to ask your doctor. [... more]
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Appetite Changes
Eat more of these foods and drinks that are high in calories or protein. Practical tips to make eating easier, stay strong during chemotherapy and manage appetite changes. Read questions to ask your doctor. Keep up your interest in food by trying ... [... more]
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Bleeding Problems
Practical steps to help you prevent bleeding problems during chemotherapy and know what problems to call your doctor about. Read questions to ask your doctor. Be careful when using scissors, knives, or other sharp objects. Tell your doctor or ... [... more]
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