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Antineoplastics (Cancer drugs)

Antineoplastics are drugs that treat cancer — inhibit or prevent the growth or development of malignant cells. They include alkylating agents, antibiotics, antimetabolites and antimitotic agents. Cytotoxics can be also used as antineoplastics. Ask questions or look for information about antineoplastics here.

stop taking methotrexate

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Hi, I have recently stop taking methotrexate about a week ago as my husband and I are planning to have a baby. We have been advised by our doctor to wait three months before trying to conceive. Can you firstly tell me if this time span is correct as my specialist toldme to wait six weeks? Also...

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Does Rheumatrex (Methotrexate) work for Crohn's Disease?

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I am suffering from Crohns disease and I have problem. I got new medication for treating my disease. I got prescription for Rheumatrex (Methotrexate). Does Rheumatrex (Methotrexate) work for Crohn's Disease? Medications that have been using until now are not working any more. And was using...

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Methatrexate - Dizziness

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I have been on Methatrexate for 5 weeks now. Started with 6 tabs and last week Doc increased to 8 per week. I have been taking anti oxidents, multi vitamin, Calcium, Glucosamine, Rosehips, Ginger etc., on a daily basis and this may have helped the good response I have had. 90% of the pain and...

by User avatar Lalith44290

Interferon and rebotol for my hep c has caused SEVERE MAJOR DEPRESSION.

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I was treated for hep c (geno 1A) for 68wks. I was supposed to go 72 wks but just couldnt make it---- the depression got to bad. I've been off chemo (interferon & rebetol) 4 mos. now. All aspects of depression and mood have worsened. I feel dead in the morning. I have no interest in...

by User avatar ohsochris

Alcohol + Methotrexate = that big of a problem?

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I was diagnosed with JRA a few years ago and I've been on Methotrexate for a while. I don't ever drink but I'm concerned with the drinking-alcohol-while-on-methotrexate threat. I'm young and I'd rather not have my liver damaged. How true is the threat though? I don't plan on drinking excessively...

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Methotrexate and therapeutic abortion

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Hi there I am seriously worried. My son-in-law is has recently come off Methotrexate as he is trying for a family. My daughter has just told me she is pregnant. He had been off the drug for 6 weeks when they conceived. they are considering therapeutic abortion!! We need to know whether this is...

by User avatar sylviatempest69762

Are we safe with Dichloroacetate (DCA)?

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Hi, I have found much information about dichloracetate on the internet and in the newspapers. I know that DCA is very often presented as wonder cure for cancer. Also I have noticed that opinions about taking this medication are divided. Some sources say that benefits from this medication are...

by User avatar auberon25834

Has Abraxane been proved effective against ovarian cancer too?

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My wife is 47 years old and she is going through a tough period in her life. She has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and the doctors are still debating on the proper course of action. I have been talking to some of my friends who had experience with cancer and they said there are many meds that...

by User avatar brit172063831

Hair Loss with Topotecan

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Could I be having this hair loss condition coming along with Topotecan? I had breast cancer and fortunately it was discovered on its early stage and anyway the surgery went ok and I am now on topotecan and it is been almost 2 weeks now since my first topotecan treatment and I have already lost my...

by User avatar zandra121554906

Could Methotrexate be used for cancer patients?

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My sister's son is facing with the terrible moments in his life. He is diagnosed with cancer. My sister is not able to think at all she is crying all the time. So I must ask something instead of her. He is prescribed with methotrexate. Could Methotrexate be used for cancer patients?

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