Lynparza for Ovarian Cancer User Reviews
Lynparza has an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 from a total of 9 reviews for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer. 78% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 22% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Lynparza
- Healthy...
- March 5, 2022
"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 Lymparza 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 achey, I pushed to stay on it for another year - past the 2 years that is 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 Lymparza."
- Johanna
- October 8, 2020
"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. (from the Netherlands)"
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- Kady
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- March 28, 2021
"My diagnosis was Primary peritoneal cancer. I had 4 chemo treatments with excellent results followed by removal of uterus and omentum and 3 more chemo rounds. Started Lynparza about a month after 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."
- Zezzie
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- June 23, 2020
"After 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 very good quality of life and forget I have cancer."
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- jjj
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- July 31, 2023
"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."
- Mary
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- July 6, 2019
"First diagnose in 2009. Surgery and quimios. More than 1 year taking Lynparsa. 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 less pills. 8 in the morning and 8 in the evening."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 21, 2021
"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
"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."
- Ozark...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- September 2, 2019
"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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"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! Kim"