Can anyone share their experience with Pluvicto?

Posted by vcash @vcash, Apr 22, 2024

My 85 year old dad has prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones. Zytiga is no longer effective. He is considering Pluvicto. I would appreciate input from those who have used Pluvicto.

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To eugenelapietrial:
I believe your basic knowledge of the science and understanding of radiation is way off. Pluvicto uses beta particle. Although the exchange of bodily fluids should avoided for a predetermined time after a Pluvicto treatment, this includes exhaling water vapor, saliva, urine, sweat, etc. But, as with all radioactive particles, the particles of beta, gamma, etc. travels through the atmosphere. That's the basics of a sunburn (UV radiation), a medical x-ray or CT, scan, the atomic bomb, etc. I carry a small geiger counter with me after each Pluvicto treatment and can easily see and hear the radiation levels being emitted from my body. No bodily fluids required. The radioactive particles are emitted through the skin.

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Again I ask you to show me the clinical trails that mention pets, there are none. thats the science stop passing out misinformation

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Ok Jeff, Please cite which clinical trail says that. You'd have to share your bodily fluids with your pet to transfer any radio active material to your pets .check that out.On this forum the info we share must be accurate.

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To eugenelapietrial:
I believe your basic knowledge of the science and understanding of radiation is way off. Pluvicto uses beta particle. Although the exchange of bodily fluids should avoided for a predetermined time after a Pluvicto treatment, this includes exhaling water vapor, saliva, urine, sweat, etc. But, as with all radioactive particles, the particles of beta, gamma, etc. travels through the atmosphere. That's the basics of a sunburn (UV radiation), a medical x-ray or CT, scan, the atomic bomb, etc. I carry a small geiger counter with me after each Pluvicto treatment and can easily see and hear the radiation levels being emitted from my body. No bodily fluids required. The radioactive particles are emitted through the skin.

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Is there anyone at ages 80 plus that can share their experience with Pluvicto? How have their kidneys fared during the process and the extension of life worthwhile ?? thanks for any input and help as I am considering pluvicto. PSA is 111 and I have hormone resistant metastatic PC. Thank you

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I more that qualify and start LU 177 early Oct as it takes 2 weeks to come form USA NJ or new plant in Indianapolis In Canada its covered for over 65 and if you do ALL the tests Its in my bones only Pray for success They say it costs $27K per each of 6 injections

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Ok Jeff, Please cite which clinical trail says that. You'd have to share your bodily fluids with your pet to transfer any radio active material to your pets .check that out.On this forum the info we share must be accurate.

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A quick web search shows this

Be mindful of contact: Limit close contact (less than 3 feet) with all household members, including pets, after each dose

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Pets are just a susceptible to radiation as people, Maybe even more so since their bodies are so small.

It’s pretty obvious you never even did a search of the web about whether or not you should be near your pets after being treated with Pluvicto because that would Show you that what I said is accurate.

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Ok Jeff, Please cite which clinical trail says that. You'd have to share your bodily fluids with your pet to transfer any radio active material to your pets .check that out.On this forum the info we share must be accurate.

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Profile picture for eugenelapietra1 @eugenelapietra1

Hi Blane, Jeff Marchi is totally misinformed. There's no Scientific evidence that pets are in danger. Clinical trials didn't include pets. I'm happy jeff didn't have any side effects from his 7 weeks I had over 100 radiation treatments with plenty of side effects. Bulking up is entirely different than putting on fat. You need the fat. Again everyone will have a unique experience. Don't let the negative experiences dictate yours. Good Luck , Gene

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Pets are just a susceptible to radiation as people, Maybe even more so since their bodies are so small.

It’s pretty obvious you never even did a search of the web about whether or not you should be near your pets after being treated with Pluvicto because that would Show you that what I said is accurate.

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Hi Blane, Have someone drive you to your treatments and have them stay with you and take notes. Eat all your favorite junk foods. You do not want to lose weight. Don't let any negative BS enter your space. Shut the news off and watch comedies or listen to your music. If you have a pet keep them with you. You may or may not have some side effects, don't worry they'll pass quickly. This treatment is so much easier than chemo or radiation.You'll be happy you did it!!!Good luck, Gene

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Hi Blane, Jeff Marchi is totally misinformed. There's no Scientific evidence that pets are in danger. Clinical trials didn't include pets. I'm happy jeff didn't have any side effects from his 7 weeks I had over 100 radiation treatments with plenty of side effects. Bulking up is entirely different than putting on fat. You need the fat. Again everyone will have a unique experience. Don't let the negative experiences dictate yours. Good Luck , Gene

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Same here Jeff in terms of diet. I eat salmon about 2 times a week and the rest is like chicken, tuna, veggies and fruit. LOVE it!! 🙂

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Hello. I am getting ready to go through this treatment. Amy information and advise is appreciated.

Thank you
Blane6

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Read through the earlier posts on this thread--good information and advice are there. Good luck to you and hang in there.

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Profile picture for eugenelapietra1 @eugenelapietra1

Hi Blane, Have someone drive you to your treatments and have them stay with you and take notes. Eat all your favorite junk foods. You do not want to lose weight. Don't let any negative BS enter your space. Shut the news off and watch comedies or listen to your music. If you have a pet keep them with you. You may or may not have some side effects, don't worry they'll pass quickly. This treatment is so much easier than chemo or radiation.You'll be happy you did it!!!Good luck, Gene

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Keeping your pet close after Pluvicto would not be a good thing for your pet. It could cause cancer in them. You could wait 3 days To be close to the pet but the half life of Pluvicto is almost 7 days. It will be safer for you to keep your pet away for that amount of time.

This treatment is definitely not easier than radiation for the vast majority of people. I know for myself after 7+ weeks of radiation I had no side effects at all. Some people on Pluvicto cannot even have more than one treatment because their body just rebels heavily. Almost everybody on pluvicto Has dry mouth that makes it a difficult to eat without extra liquid. Serious fatigue is frequently a common problem with Pluvicto treatments, Not something most people have with radiation.

Eating junk food is never a good idea, It’s terrible for your system. There’s no reason you can’t bulk up eating A lot of Mediterranean style food. That’s a healthy diet you can eat a lot of.

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