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  • Dasatinib

    Drug
    07/14/08, Healthwise

    Before using dasatinib, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood, heart disease or a heart rhythm disorder, or if you have a personal or family history of "Long QT syndrome."

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  • Panitumumab

    Drug
    04/07/08, Healthwise

    Before receiving this medication, tell your doctor if you have any allergies or breathing problems. You may not be able to receive panitumumab, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.

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  • Temsirolimus

    Drug
    08/15/07, Healthwise

    If a man fathers a child while using this medication, the baby may have birth defects. Use a condom to prevent pregnancy during your treatment. Continue using condoms for at least 3 months after you stop using temsirolimus.

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  • Methotrexate for trophoblastic cancer

    Article
    10/29/07, Healthwise

    Methotrexate stops the growth of rapidly reproducing cells, such as cancer cells or fetal cells.

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  • Nabilone

    Drug
    07/06/06, Healthwise

    Before taking nabilone, tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, a history of mental illness or drug addiction, or if you are also using other medicines that can affect your central nervous system, such as a tranquilizer, slee

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  • Zoledronic acid

    Drug
    09/25/07, Healthwise

    Your doctor may recommend you have a dental exam for preventive tooth and gum care before you start your treatment with zoledronic acid. This is especially important if you have cancer, if you are undergoing chemotherapy or using steroids, or if you

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  • Metyrosine

    Drug
    02/13/04, Healthwise

    Contact your doctor if you experience drooling, difficulty speaking, tremors, disorientation, diarrhea, or painful urination.

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  • Cyclophosphamide (oral/injection)

    Drug
    07/29/04, Healthwise

    Cyclophosphamide should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

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  • Bortezomib

    Drug
    11/15/07, Healthwise

    Bortezomib can lower blood cells that help your body fight infections. This can make it easier for you to bleed from an injury or get sick from being around others who are ill. To be sure your blood cells do not get too low, your blood will need to b

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  • Azacitidine

    Drug
    07/13/07, Healthwise

    Before receiving azacitidine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have kidney disease or liver disease.

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