Posted 6/3/2013 by hhill
Many of us have received Taxol as part of our chemotherapy regimen. You likely know that it is generally given in one of two ways: either 4 times in the Dose Dense regimen (meaning an infusion every two weeks), or a smaller dose weekly for 9 or 12 weeks. The total amount of Taxol given is the same, but the dose can vary a lot depending on the schedule. This study, just presented at ASCO, suggests that the two schedules are equally effective, and the smaller weekly doses are much easier to take--fewer side effects. The disadvantage is that one has to show up for chemo every week, but many of us would choose the increased visits for fewer side effects.
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