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Sheila,
Xeloda is the only chemo I know of that has had such a 'blowback' concerning the high dose recommeded by maker. With the number of drugs out there for oncs to prescribe, I do think it takes time and experience for some of them to play 'catch up'.
I know my onc is overworked and not a bc specialist, but is good to me and I really love him. Yet, I was ready to jump him if he automatically gave me the 'old' higher dosage! Was relieved and so glad at the low dose he prescribed. Not just for me, but what it meant for others under his care.
It may take the drugs maker to change the dosing schedule in BIG RED LETTERS to get all to notice and change. But, that means a cut in their revenues, so....?
Lu ann: glad to hear the lowered dose has already been discussed, with orders to call in for side effects.
hugs,
pattyz
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