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Capecitabine side effects are really tough: What helps?

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@martin77
So great to hear about your ski and bike trips. Absolutely my loves as well . What was your reaction to capecitabine ? After 2.5 days and half dose I developed a scarlet itchy rash across my chest , neck and face. Dr discontinued . Im taking 10mg prednisone and my face is better but the rash on my chest and neck persist. I am also awaiting results of a DYPD test to see if I am unable to metabolize the drug . Just a nightmare.

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martin77 | @martin77 | Oct 2 1:44am

Hello @ogf78
Good to hear you also enjoy getting out on your bike and going skiing. My reaction to capecitabine was not severe - mainly tiredness which quickly improved during the week off in each cycle, 2 weeks on and one week off. That lasted for 3 months and I've had no chemo since.
Just starting some ablation of lung cancer now but looking forward to the ski season!
All best.
Martin

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