Hi Sue- I am 75. I did not take the Zeloda because it is not recommended after a course of CMF. I had to consult with three other oncologists to determine what I should do instead.
I would suggest some research on recognized websites and some second opinions. Wishing you good days ahead.

Capcecitebine was my second to last treatment and I had an issue with my heart do they took me off at once. After one three month course of iV chemo I quit treatment with no regrets. I am on palliative care and trying to live out my life to the fullest. I am 73 this is my second round of cancer I have it everywhere. No need to chase the falling star. Just enjoy my family and lots of hugs and kisses. God bless you all. If I could, I would take all the cancer from everyone and bring it with me. XOMaria

Hi @sues2 I did capecitebine as a younger person and got the hand and foot syndrome bad enough to knock me down to a lower dose, 1 week on and 1 week off. Basically the skin on my hands and feet peeled very badly. I still have issues on my hands two years later.

Another consideration is cost - capecitebine is a pill chemo so usually it is billed on your prescription side. It was $1500 every other week for me to get it through CVS Specialty, since regular pharmacies won't carry it. Luckily for me, my husband is in the union and the plans fought to have it billed through the medical side like all my other chemos. Cost $8.

I am very glad I took it, anything to have more time with my baby, but the prescription side would have bankrupted us.