Xeloda Questions

Is Xeloda the medicine and pill coating gluten-free?

My friend has celiac disease and breast cancer. Xeloda is the recommended treatment. Is Xeloda gluten-free?

Posted 11 Jan 2012 • 1 answer •

While on Xeloda, will I be toxic to my family or pet? What precautions should we observe?

Your recommedations will be helpful!

Posted 9 Jan 2012 • 1 answer •

What dx is needed for use of Xeloda?

have urethal cancer spred to lymph nodes and bone,lung.anocarsonnoma.

Posted 24 Nov 2011 • 1 answer •

Did anyone combine radiation treatment with Xeloda?

My Dad (77 yrs. old) has a pancreatic tumor that is not-operable, but seems to be confined to the pancreas currently. He did a daily routine of radiation for about 5 weeks, and was prescribed Xeloda. ...

Posted 20 Nov 2011 • 0 answers •

Xeloda - How do I treat the blackness of my hands and feet?

Posted 1 Oct 2011 • 1 answer •

I will be starting Xeloda within the next week, and want to know what to expect from someone who has

... been taking it? I generally take a positive attitude about life and do not consider the side effects or do I claim them!

Posted 30 Aug 2011 • 0 answers •

Just added Prozac (4 weeks) to my list of meds. I have been on Xeloda for 2 years. Called dr. this?

... a.m. for 6 lb. weight gain, swollen hands, feet and stomach. Is it because of Prozac??

Posted 17 Jun 2011 • 1 answer • 1 star

Capecitabine - Has there been any indication that xeloda takes calcium from the bones?

I am having problems with cranial vertebrae and pinching of the nerve. The doctor says that I may have slight osteoporosis.

Posted 15 Apr 2011 • 0 answers •

Has anyone had neuropathy in feet but travels also up the leg?

Been on Xeloda 1 1/2 years' now - major side effect is hand and foot syndrome. I use Bag Balm esp at night and try to lubricate during day but difficult. Wear gloves in the house to fold laundry ...

Posted 7 Apr 2011 • 4 answers • 1 star

Is muscle tightness/cramping with Xeloda normal? Only my calves seem to be affected and they are?

... tight even with stretches. Started the first day I started the meds. I take Oxaliplatin as IV with Xeloda pills.

Posted 23 Mar 2011 • 1 answer •

Xeloda How long have you been on it, how much hair did u lose and how long did it take to grow back?

Thank you

Posted 6 Feb 2011 • 1 answer •

Is there any where to get help to in getting Xeloda (capecitabine) ?

this is for my son-inlaw with stage 4 colon and lliver cancer my daughter has been told this is the only chance to be helped. Thank You Jean Miller

Posted 1 Feb 2011 • 2 answers •

What is the treatment for angina caused by Xeloda?

Angina appeared on day 6. Was told to continue to day 14 as planned. Angina still bad on day 21. Not a pre-existing problem. My onc doesn't seem to know what to do about it, says it's ...

Posted 12 Dec 2010 • 2 answers • 1 star

When can I expect side effects to kick in with xeloda?

can anyone tell me how soon i might expect to experience side effects? i took my first dose today. i'm waiting for the sky to fall at any moment. any chance i'll escape the awful sounding ...

Posted 8 Nov 2010 • 3 answers •

My mom has a very rare liver cancer, taking cemo treartments now has to take Xeloda. ins. won't pay?

... for, what can she do, is it possible to get help from the drug com. Told this is the only med. for her cancer. HELP! She also is in what they call the donut hole.In just the month of March her ...

Posted 8 Jun 2010 • 1 answer •