update / Xeloda and Tykerb

Marsha Mulvey
Marsha Mulvey Member Posts: 597 Member
in Breast Cancer #1
After 14 days of not feeling too great, this week has been much better! Tykerb is taken every day (1250mg) for as long as I stay on this treatment. With my doctor's approval, I switched to taking it in the evenings, 1 hour before supper instead of in the mornings before breakfast. Xeloda is taken both morning and evening, 2000mg at each dose - but it is taken in cycles of 14 days on followed by 7 days off, then repeat.

Originally I thought Tykerb was the culprit here (making me feel bad), but it must be Xeloda (or the combination), because I've felt really good for the past 5 days with the exception of numerous blisters on my toes. Saturday I will begin round 2 of Xeloda and am hopeful that it may go a little easier. I'll post again and let you know.

Tomorrow is my monthly infusion of Zometa. My next scan will probably be in about 8 weeks to see if there is improvement in the tumors in my liver. I'll continue to pray that this regimen is working (asking for your thoughts and prayers too). Thanks to all who voiced concern about how I was doing. I'm here and living my life. My family, friends, and even my job are the things that keep me going. I love them all. God bless. Marsha

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  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    #2
    So good to see you posting Marsha!
    From what you wrote about feeling bad then good, does make it sound like its the combination of the two chemo's, or, the Xeloda on its own, since you felt so bad during those 14 days.

    I am glad that you are catching somewhat of a break and feeling better Marsha!

    Good luck tomorrow with your infusion of Zometa. And, prayers and good luck for your next scan. Be sure and post before you go, so, we can all send the magic pink bus out with the pinks sisters on it to support you that day. Ok?

    I think of you daily Marsha and you are always in my prayers! God bless you!


    Sue :)
  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294
    #3
    Ritzy said:

    So good to see you posting Marsha!
    From what you wrote about feeling bad then good, does make it sound like its the combination of the two chemo's, or, the Xeloda on its own, since you felt so bad during those 14 days.

    I am glad that you are catching somewhat of a break and feeling better Marsha!

    Good luck tomorrow with your infusion of Zometa. And, prayers and good luck for your next scan. Be sure and post before you go, so, we can all send the magic pink bus out with the pinks sisters on it to support you that day. Ok?

    I think of you daily Marsha and you are always in my prayers! God bless you!


    Sue :)

    Marsha thank you for posting
    Wishing you easy time next round of Xeloda, no side effects with Zometa as well.
    Hugs
    New Flower
  • sea60
    sea60 Member Posts: 2,613
    #4
    New Flower said:

    Marsha thank you for posting
    Wishing you easy time next round of Xeloda, no side effects with Zometa as well.
    Hugs
    New Flower

    Praying this round goes better!
    Thanks for your message! Please keep us posted on how it's going.

    And thank God for supporting friends and family.

    Hugs,

    Sylvia
  • jnl
    jnl Member Posts: 3,869 Member
    #5
    sea60 said:

    Praying this round goes better!
    Thanks for your message! Please keep us posted on how it's going.

    And thank God for supporting friends and family.

    Hugs,

    Sylvia

    Thanks for the update
    Thanks for the update Marsha! You amaze me with your attitude! You are incredible!


    Praying for you,


    Leeza
  • Katz77
    Katz77 Member Posts: 598
    #6
    Woo Hooo!!!! Such a blessing
    Woo Hooo!!!! Such a blessing for you.xoxo
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    #7
    Katz77 said:

    Woo Hooo!!!! Such a blessing
    Woo Hooo!!!! Such a blessing for you.xoxo

    Praying this regimen of
    Praying this regimen of chemo will work and that you will start feeling much better all of the time.

    Good luck with your scan. I'll be praying for good results.


    Diane
  • sbmly53
    sbmly53 Member Posts: 1,522
    #8
    Marsha,
    I'm so happy to see your post, you sound good - positive - and that matters so very much. You are definately in my prayers and thoughts.

    Sue
  • Megan M
    Megan M Member Posts: 3,000
    #9
    sbmly53 said:

    Marsha,
    I'm so happy to see your post, you sound good - positive - and that matters so very much. You are definately in my prayers and thoughts.

    Sue

    Marsha, I will continue to
    Marsha, I will continue to pray that this chemo will be the answer for you and that your test will be good news.


    Keep updating us,

    Megan
  • poplolly
    poplolly Member Posts: 346
    #10
    Marsha--I will put you on my
    Marsha--I will put you on my prayer list now. I took Xeloda also. The worst thing was what it did to my skin. My hands still feel like they're made of parchment paper and I finished the medicine mid-March.
  • Kylez
    Kylez Member Posts: 3,761 Member
    #11
    poplolly said:

    Marsha--I will put you on my
    Marsha--I will put you on my prayer list now. I took Xeloda also. The worst thing was what it did to my skin. My hands still feel like they're made of parchment paper and I finished the medicine mid-March.

    Glad you posted Marsha. I
    Glad you posted Marsha. I will keep praying for you. Thanks for updating us too.


    Hugs, Kylez
  • penelope jones
    penelope jones Member Posts: 4
    #12
    Tykerb
    Marsha, I too will be starting Tykerb and Xeloda with Zometa monthly....Breast cancer has
    spread to Adrenal gland and lower spine with previous in shoulder, sternum and back rib.
    I pray to be able to tolerate the meds well...
    I am 75 and just so weary of all the testing and maybe the worst is yet to come? Please keep me posted on your progress...
    Hugs and prayers...
  • lynn1950
    lynn1950 Member Posts: 2,570
    #13
    Hi Marsha, Thank you for
    Hi Marsha, Thank you for letting us know how you are doing. I hope your treatments are kicking cancer's butt! Stay strong. xoxoxo Lynn
  • SIROD
    SIROD Member Posts: 2,194 Member
    #14
    penelope jones said:

    Tykerb
    Marsha, I too will be starting Tykerb and Xeloda with Zometa monthly....Breast cancer has
    spread to Adrenal gland and lower spine with previous in shoulder, sternum and back rib.
    I pray to be able to tolerate the meds well...
    I am 75 and just so weary of all the testing and maybe the worst is yet to come? Please keep me posted on your progress...
    Hugs and prayers...

    For Penelope
    Penelope,

    I know Marsha doesn't post often. She did post on August 21st stated she didn't do well on Tykerb & Xeloda. Click on the following link to read her post.

    http://csn.cancer.org/node/224900

    She wrote on August 27th saying she was on a new combo of Abraxane and Herceptin. Following is the link for that post.

    http://csn.cancer.org/node/225272

    Hope you are doing well,

    Doris

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