Cancer & Chemotherapy: Medications
Altretamine
04/01/05, HealthwiseAltretamine should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Paclitaxel
09/27/07, HealthwiseBefore you receive paclitaxel, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, heart disease, or a severely weak immune system.
Mitotane
04/01/05, HealthwiseMitotane should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
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Estradiol oral
09/15/06, HealthwiseEstradiol increases your risk of developing endometrial hyperplasia, a condition that may lead to cancer of the uterus. Taking progestins while using estradiol may lower this risk. If your uterus has not been removed, your doctor may prescribe a prog
Conjugated estrogens (oral)
06/23/08, HealthwiseLong-term treatment with conjugated estrogens may increase your risk of breast cancer, heart attack, or stroke. Talk with your doctor about your individual risks before using conjugated estrogens long term, especially if you smoke or are overweight.
Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer - Medications
11/26/08, HealthwiseMedicines, such as chemotherapy, may be given after surgery for endometrial cancer, depending on the stage and grade of the cancer and the risk for the cancer to spread (metastasis) or recur. Progestin hormone therapy may be used if y
Mesna
02/13/04, HealthwiseIt is important to drink at least one quart (4 cups) of liquid each day during treatment with mesna, whether it is taken by mouth or by injection.
Fluorouracil (injection)
02/13/04, HealthwiseFluorouracil should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Melphalan
04/14/06, HealthwiseMelphalan can cause serious side effects, including: decreased bone marrow function and blood problems (easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms, bloody or black stools, pale or yellowed skin, confusion or
Doxorubicin
08/31/07, HealthwiseDoxorubicin interferes with how cancer cells multiply. It is used specifically to treat cancer.
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