Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Chemotherapy

I was at the oncology unit yesterday, just took Brandon to see the councilor and got all my details for next week.

My appointment is 09:30, Thursday 29 January, I see the oncologist first then they start with the chemo.
The chemo that they have decided on is a combination one, which they refer to as "AC"

Below is a description of the chemo as taken from the following website:

Doxorubicin (Adriamycin) is an intravenous medication. Doxorubicin is red in color, and it turns urine red for several hours following treatment. Women who receive doxorubicin often experience mouth sores and hair loss. This drug is most often given with cyclophosphamide. This drug combination is referred to as “AC.” Four to six cycles of treatment over three to six months are commonly administered for breast cancer.
cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan)
Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) is an anticancer drug that can be given either intravenously or orally in tablet form. The intravenous drug is clear. Cyclophosphamide can cause irritation of the lining of the urinary bladder and often nausea and vomiting. This drug is most often given with doxorubicin. This drug combination is referred to as “AC.” Four to six cycles of treatment over three to six months are commonly administered for breast cancer.

1 comment:

Kirsty said...

Good luck! Will be thinking of you!