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5FU + Camptosar for the treatment of Stomach Cancer
5FU + Camptosar (Irinotecan) is a chemotherapy regimen used in the treatment of stomach cancer. This treatment involves two chemotherapy drugs: camptosar and fluorouracil, which is also known as 5FU
Chemotherapy is often given as a combination of drugs. Combinations usually work better than single drugs because different drugs kill cancer cells in different ways.
MOST COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF 5FU + CAMPTOSAR
Nausea & Vomiting
Risk of Infection
Diarrhea
Mouth Sores
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Often, the most helpful information regarding treatment side effects comes not from clinical brochures, but rather from other patients like you. We've collected the most helpful community resources to help you prepare for the side effects and coping tips for your chemotherapy regimen.
chemo treatment side effects included nausea and cold neurothy. I have been taking folfox for 5 years for small bowel cancer. it usually takes 5-6 days after chemo to start feeling better. I was given meds for the nausea issues
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