My mother is currently taking Xeloda. She has developed a rash on her hands. And foot hand syndrome. Please is there anyone else who is having side effects.
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Regimen Information
For Xeloda, including Side Effects
Xeloda
Drugs in this Regimen:
How Xeloda chemotherapy is given and possible side effects.
Xeloda for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
Xeloda (capcitabine) is a drug used in the treatment of pancreatic cancer.
MOST COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF XELODA
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Nausea & Vomiting
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Diarrhea
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Rash
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Hand Foot Syndrome
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Community Responses
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