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Alimta for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Alimta is a chemotherapy drug used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer.
MOST COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF ALIMTA
Nausea & Vomiting
Risk of Infection
Alopecia
Diarrhea
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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.
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I have been on Alimta for almost 2 years now and the only side effects I experience is being tired the day of and day after treatment, day after treatment my cheeks and forehead get really flushed, and I have been gaining weight.
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Red face and good until day 2 then wiped out and nauseated.
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What were the specific side effects that you experienced while taking this medication? How did you manage them?
What do you wish you had known before taking this medication? What information would you like to pass on to patients who are beginning this medication?
