Cancer & Chemotherapy: Medications
Mechlorethamine
02/13/04, HealthwiseMechlorethamine should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Rasburicase
02/13/04, HealthwiseRasburicase increases the rate at which uric acid is broken down in the body.
Aprepitant
05/30/08, HealthwiseBefore taking aprepitant, tell your doctor if you have liver disease. You may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication.
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Bleomycin
02/13/04, HealthwiseBleomycin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Palonosetron
11/13/07, HealthwiseBefore you receive palonosetron, tell your doctor if you have an electrolyte imbalance, a personal or family history of "Long QT syndrome," if you take a diuretic (water pill), or if you take a heart rhythm medication.
Estradiol and levonorgestrel (topical patches)
02/27/06, HealthwiseTo be sure this medication is helping your condition, you will need to have regular physical exams every 3 to 6 months. You may also need breast mammograms. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor. Call your doctor at an
Carboplatin
02/13/04, HealthwiseCarboplatin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Palifermin
08/11/05, HealthwisePalifermin is given as an I .V. (in the vein) infusion for three days before you get chemotherapy and then three days after. Palifermin should not be given to you within 24 hours of your chemotherapy treatment.
Cisplatin
02/13/04, HealthwiseCisplatin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Dactinomycin
02/13/04, HealthwiseDactinomycin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
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