Cancer Questions (Page 8)

What is difference between Nexium 40 mg and Esomeprazole Mag DR 40 mg? My ins company switched me?

I had esophagus cancer surgery 4 years ago. I was prescribed Nexium 40mg twice per day. Last month my ins company switched me to Esomeprazole Mag DR 40 mg once per day. I understood there was no generic for Nexium.

Can I take only half of my 10 mg Xarelto medication a day because the whole 10mg bothers me too muc?

When I take the whole 10mg on a consistent basis, after a few days I feel very anxious and nervous. Is there anything that I can do that will lessen this effect. I have had thyroid cancer which was successfully treated but I have a difficult time taking thyroid medication also. Any help you can... read more

Have breast pain, tenderness & discoloration 8 months after lumpectomy & radiation, is this normal?

Breast Cancer - had lumpectomy and finished radiation 8 mos. ago. My question is, that I still have soreness and now pain in breast. also, have quite a bit of discloration and now huge knot that hurts when touched as well still 'crusty' around nipple. Would this be still part of what is supposed to... read more

WHAT exactly is anastrozole doing that causes the joint pain?

I had some signs of arthritis before. I've been through chemo, surgery & radiation for my stage 2b breast cancer. Prior to this mis-adventure, I took glucosamine for minor arthritic symptoms in my fingers. I know it worked because the stiffness & aching would return if I didn't take it. I did not... read more

What is life exspectancy with Lupron Shots with Stage 4 Prostate C?

My husband didn't find out that he had prostate cancer until he was ending stage 3 and is now stage four , does anyone know what the life span is with the shots ?

Prolia - Excessive pain in the groin, hip and upper thigh for a week. What can I do for it?

I was diagnosed with Multiple Myloma 5 weeks ago.I'm receiving Chemo, 3 weeks on and one week off. I told my regular doctor and my cancer doctor about this pain. They ordered an MRI, which came out negative, but have not prescribed anything else for this pain. I've only received one shot of prolia.... read more

I ran out of my xanax a week early. What do I say to my Dr tomorrow?

My dad is dying of Colon Cancer.

Clindamycin - why do they say do not lay down for at least 10 min?

i am recovering from cancer surgery so i am in bed most of the day

How does Wellbutrin work with synthroid? I have no thyroid due to cancer. Since starting Wellbutrin?

... SR on 12/7 I am losing my voice, I'm extremely tired, I have no energy and I have a slight migraine that will not go away. Plus I feel hungry even though I've just eaten. I'm wondering if these two drugs just don't meld together? I also have no sex drive at all and no feelings down there, if... read more

Does Actemra cause hair loss ?

The drug itself , not the disorder . Is there a cancer treatment in actemra? One of my previous infusions had chemo in it and caused hair loss .

Can I have alcohol with Zejula? How bad are the side effects?

I have had chemo for ovarian cancer and responded pretty well on it. My doctor wants me to take Zejula nd I'm not sure if I should be excited or really uneasy about taking something this new. I'm sick and tired of being sick and tired all the time.

Are there any class action lawsuits involving Trulicity?

I just received a letter from Eli Lilly telling me that they understand I have prostate cancer while taking Trulicity? They want me to give them permission to contact my doctor.

Who has developed some kind of cancer while on Xeljanz?

Who has developed some kind of cancer while on Xeljanz? And how long were you on it before the cancer diagnosis? Long term RA here-39 years. Trying to avoid medicines like this which have "cancer" as a side effect.

We accidentally gave our dog a double dose of tramadol?

Our dog weighs about 80lbs. She has cancer and the vet has prescribed 150mg of tramadol every 8-12 hrs. We usually give it to her every morning at 10, and every night at 9. Today, she got her morning dose at 10. A family member gave her a second dose at about 7 that I was not aware of. I just... read more

How do I treat Hypothyroidism?