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@colleenyoung

Hi Macleish, welcome to the pancreatic cancer group. I recently read about this shortage of production. @kay2 @dugancarol have also been on Abraxane and Gemzar.

Macleish, Is the generic version, Nab-paclitaxel, an option for you? This must be so concerning for you.

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macleish | @macleish | Nov 15, 2021

Hi! Thank you for your quick response.
According to the literature there is no generic production of Abraxane (brand name for Nab-paclitaxel). My understanding is that Paclitaxel is an older version of Nab-paclitaxel and that studies have shown that Nab-paclitaxel is a more effective combination drug with Gemzar.
Apparently Bristol Myers Squibb is working hard to stop any generic production of Abraxane.
BMS is apparently allocating the small supply of Abraxane and I am looking to grass root forums to see if this shortage is regional, local or truly national.
I appreciate the opportunity to connect with others via your forum.
Thank you

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