I have only had my loading dose, which was ninety minutes. I can't remember if it was on the first herceptin day or one of the last taxotere treatments, but the onc came in and told the nurses that all herceptin doses will be 90 minutes for everyone from here on out. He didn't state the reason, but I am sure they probably asked him later. But it makes sense that it will be easier on your heart by going in slower. I will ask when I go next time.
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Cheryl
Stage II, Grade III, ER+/PR-, Her2 3.0 amplified, N 0/5, dx 9/05, 39 yrs
Right Mastectomy, immediate tram flap reconstruction
4 AC, 4 Taxotere finished 3/15/06
Currently on Herceptin and Tamoxifen
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