Olaparib for Ovarian Cancer User Reviews
Brand names: Lynparza
Olaparib has an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from a total of 10 reviews for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer. 80% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 20% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Olaparib
- Kim
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- April 29, 2024
Lynparza (olaparib) "One year ago I was diagnosed with 3c high-grade serous ovarian cancer with malignant ascites. My CA 125 was over 2000. I had surgery and 6 rounds of chemo. I got lucky and it wiped out the cancer. Two months later, I started Lynparza. 300 mg twice per day. The side effects were very difficult for almost 3 months. If you stick with it, they will get better! My CA 125 is now 5.3! Good luck to you all!"
- Johanna
- October 8, 2020
Lynparza (olaparib) "I have been on Lynparza for four months now. My blood tests are very good still, and I have hardly any side effects. I am thankful this opportunity was offered to me. All being well, I have to use it for 2 years."
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- Kady
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- March 28, 2021
Lynparza (olaparib) "My diagnosis was primary peritoneal cancer. I had 4 chemo treatments with excellent results, followed by the removal of the uterus and omentum, and 3 more chemo rounds. Started Lynparza about a month after the last chemo and now at 20 months. 4 months to go. Slightly low blood counts, slight nausea. Fatigue has been sometimes debilitating, but worth it for good CA-125 and clean scans. Looking forward to going off it."
- jjj
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- July 31, 2023
Lynparza (olaparib) "I have been on this for the past 18 months following chemotherapy and surgery, then more chemotherapy. For Stage 3c ovarian cancer. Side effects can be difficult to manage at times. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, exhaustion, debilitating fatigue, bloating, and sometimes breathlessness. I have had to take breaks on occasion due to infections such as COVID, and I took a treatment break a couple of times for holidays (diarrhea is no good when you are camping). Nonetheless, my CA125 is less than 7, so despite everything, I am grateful for this drug. My doctor has reduced the dose to 200 BD so I can tolerate it as on a higher dose, side effects were worse. I am looking forward to finishing this, but I am grateful so far."
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- Zezzie
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- June 23, 2020
Lynparza (olaparib) "After the 2nd chemo round, started Lynparza 1 year ago. Side effects (fatigue, weight loss, and poor appetite) abated within 4 months. My remaining little tumor has been shrinking every time I have a scan. Now able to live a very good quality of life and forget I have cancer."
- Mary
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- July 6, 2019
Lynparza (olaparib) "First diagnosed in 2009. Surgery and chemo. More than 1 year taking Lynparza. I have four spots in the abdomen that are getting very small. I have no side effects. Lynparza maintains the quality of life. I just wish it was in fewer pills. 8 in the morning and 8 in the evening."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 21, 2021
Lynparza (olaparib) "I have been taking Lynparza for 3 months, my numbers are good and the only side effect I have is fatigue and sometimes shortness of breath. I meditate and I make sure I prioritize my health. I am so grateful for this medication and I pray they find a cure for this awful disease."
- Ricky
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 30, 2019
Lynparza (olaparib) "Just received this medication. I've taken only 2 doses and have had a reaction; seeing doctor to determine whether I can even take in the future. I had bright red skin and swollen face. Has to be a better way."
- Jenny...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- September 24, 2021
"I was diagnosed with peritoneal cancer 15 months ago but no primary site was found. After 9 weekly chemo infusion (9 paclitaxel and 3 carboplatin); key hole surgery to remove cervix, Fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, some omentum and peritoneal wall and what was left of 14 tumors; another 9 weeks of chemo, I started on Olaprib. At present have been on the drug for 8 months. At 6 month check my bloods were still very good and CA125 down at 20 (was up to 319). Now at 3 monthly checks instead of monthly. In another month I will have another PET scan. I have not suffered greatly with dude effects. My bowels have settled into a pattern - a few days of diarrhoea and a few of constipation. I keep physically active with a 15-20k bike ride of a morning and 6-10k walk of an afternoon (distance depends on how I am feeling). I have gained weight but as I am 67 and eat a healthy diet I am not overly concerned. Very happy with this outcome at present."
- Ozark...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- September 2, 2019
Lynparza (olaparib) "I had zero benefit from Lynparza. My tumors grew significantly. I also had terrible splotchy, reddish/brownish skin from the knees down. My oncologist took me off of it within 6 weeks."
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Lynparza (olaparib) "In 2018, I was diagnosed with advanced stage (3C) ovarian cancer. After a lengthy surgery and 6 rounds of chemotherapy, my numbers looked good, and it appeared that my treatment was successful. I was started on Lynparza a month after chemo. I couldn’t tolerate the initial recommended dose, so I worked with my physician to get the dose down to what my body could tolerate while still being effective. Even though the drug made me feel fatigued and achy, I pushed to stay on it for another year - past the 2 years that are recommended. I had my first CT scan today, the first since I was originally diagnosed. The scan showed no evidence of ANY disease. My CA 125 was the lowest it’s ever been (8) since the start of all this. This is not thought to be a “curable” disease, but what if the fantastic surgeon, aggressive chemo, and the use of this remarkable new Parp inhibitor “worked?” It’s been 4 years with no reoccurrence. I’m so, so grateful for having been given Lynparza."