Nem meglepő, hiszen a kemoterápiás szerek nagyrésze gyógynövény alapú.
A leírás felsorolja a gyógynövényeket gyógyszerek szerint különböző, gyakran használt
kemoterápiás kezelésekhez. Ez inkább ajánlás, mint a sztandard
kemoterápiás gyógyszerekhez helyettesítése. Gyógynövényes kezelés nem tudja helyettesíteni az orvosilag megkívánt kemoterápiás kezelést. Mindig használja a gyógynövényeket az orvosával együttműködve. Ha külön megjegyzést nem talál, ezeket a gyógynövényeket a kemoterápiás kezeléssel egyidőben kell bevenni. Considerations Q Nausea is a common
Chemotherapy side effect for which doctors often prescribe any of several antinausea agents, such as granisetron (Kytril) and ondansetron (Zofran).
A course of
Treatment can last from several weeks to several years, and may be repeated if necessary. If you need to undergo
Chemotherapy, herbal
Treatment may be helpful for either making
Chemotherapy more effective or reducing its side effects. This should not be surprising, since a large number of
Chemotherapy drugs are of herbal origin, including etoposide (Etopophos, Toposar, VePesid), paclitaxel (Taxol), vinblastine (Velban), vincristine (Oncovin, Vincasar, Vinerex), and vinorelbine (Navelbine). This section lists, by drug, herb recommendations for several of the more commonly used
Chemotherapy treatments.
Where and how
Chemotherapy is given varies, depending on which drugs are used and on the individual's condition. The
Treatment can be performed in a hospital, an outpatient clinic, a doctor's office, or even at home. The drugs may be given in a single dose each day, continuously over several days, once a week, or once a month. A course of
Treatment can last from several weeks to several years, and may be repeated if necessary. If you need to undergo
Chemotherapy, herbal
Treatment may be helpful for either making
Chemotherapy more effective or reducing its side effects.
Later stages are usually treated with "MOPP"
Chemotherapy, named after the chemicals used in
Treatment. (For measures to reduce the side effects and increase the effectiveness of
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy, see Side Effects of Cancer
Treatment under cancer in Part Two.) CJ Beef spleen extracts can reduce the loss of immune defenses during
Chemotherapy and radiation
Treatment for Hodgkin's disease. The active protein is called thymopoei-tein III, splenopentin, or Dac-SP5. A common brand is Golden Spleen 500
A paclitaxel az emlőrákban használatos leghatásosabb gyógyszerek közé tartozik,
írják több magyar orvosi honlapon.
Tények a paclitaxel gyógyszerről
A Paclitaxel a kemoterápiás szerek osztályában tartozik, "növényi alkaloida" néven ismerik, mely was developed from the bark of the Pacific Yew tree. Paclitaxel works by inhibiting the cell's ability to divide and reproduce, leading to cell death.
Paclitaxel is used to treat many types of cancer including: breast, cervical, endometrial, ovarian, lung, bladder and head and neck cancers, Kaposi's sarcoma, and leukemia.
How to take paclitaxel
Paclitaxel is given into a vein (i.e. intravenously). The dose is dependent on your body size and will be determined by your physician. You will be given several medications before the infusion to prevent an allergic reaction.
Paclitaxel should be administered by a nurse experienced in chemotherapy administration. There is a risk that the medication could leak out of the vein into the surrounding tissue. This could result in tissue damage, which could require further treatment. Let your nurse know right away if you notice any burning or swelling around the IV.
How long should you take paclitaxel?
You can receive paclitaxel for as long as the cancer cells continue to respond to this therapy and you are able to tolerate any side effects. If you are receiving therapy after surgical removal of the tumor (called adjuvant chemotherapy), you will receive a predetermined number of doses of paclitaxel.
Side effects of paclitaxel
Néhány lehetséges mellékhatás és ezekre adott javaslatok:
Allergikus reakciók
Allergic reactions are very common with paclitaxel, although it is not clear what causes them. The use of certain medications prior to the infusion decreases the risk of a reaction greatly. Signs of a reaction can include: shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chest pain, rash, flushing or itching or a decrease in blood pressure. If you notice any changes in how you feel during the infusion, let your nurse know immediately. The infusion will be stopped if this occurs. Depending on the severity of your reaction, you may still be able to receive paclitaxel with additional pre-medication.
Alacsony fehérvérsejt szám (leukopenia vagy neutropenia)
White blood cells are important for fighting infection. While receiving treatment, you are at a higher risk of getting infections. You should wash your hands frequently and avoid large crowds or people who are sick (i.e.: those who have a cold, fever or cough) or large crowds. You should let your doctor or nurse know right away if you have a fever (temperature greater than 100.4 ° ), sore throat or cold, shortness of breath, cough, or a sore that doesn't heal. Washing hands, both yours and your visitors, is the best way to prevent the spread of infection.
Alacsony Platelet szám (thrombocytopenia)
Platelets help your blood clot, so when the count is low you are at a higher risk of bleeding. You should avoid using a razor (you can use an electric razor with caution); playing contact sports, or taking aspirin or ibuprofen products (these can also increase the risk of bleeding). Let your doctor or nurse know if you have any bleeding, including nose bleeds or bleeding gums. If the count becomes too low, you may receive a transfusion of platelets.
Alacsony vörösvérsejt szám (Anemia)
Your red blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen to the tissues in your body. When the red cell count is low, you may feel tired or weak. You should let your doctor or nurse know if you experience any shortness of breath, difficulty breathing or pain in your chest. If the count gets too low, you may receive a blood transfusion.
Haj teljes vagy részleges elvesztése (alopecia)
Your hair may become thin, brittle, or may fall out. This typically begins two to three weeks after treatment starts. This hair loss can be all body hair, including pubic, underarm, legs/arms, eyelashes, and nose hairs. The use of scarves, wigs, hats and hairpieces may help. Hair generally starts to regrow soon after treatment is completed. Remember your hair helps keep you warm in cold weather, so a hat is particularly important in cold weather or to protect you from the sun.
Szájfekélyek (sores)
Notify your doctor or nurse if your mouth, tongue, or inside of your cheek becomes white, ulcerated, or painful. Brush with a soft-bristle toothbrush or cotton swab twice a day. Avoid mouthwashes that contain alcohol. A baking soda and/or salt warm water mouth rinse (2 level teaspoons of baking soda or 1 level teaspoon salt in an eight ounce glass of warm water) is recommended 4 times daily. If your mouth becomes dry, eat moist foods, drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses), and suck on sugarless hard candy. Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages and citrus juices, smoking, and chewing tobacco. If mouth sores become painful, your doctor or nurse can recommend a pain reliever.
Perifériás Neuropátia
Peripheral neuropathy is a toxicity that affects the nerves. It causes a numbness or tingling feeling in the hands and feet, often in the pattern of a stocking or glove. This can get progressively worse with additional doses of the drug. In some people, the symptoms slowly resolve after the drug is stopped, but for some it never goes away completely. You should let your healthcare provider know if you experience numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, as they may need to change the doses of your medication. See OncoLink's section on peripheral neuropathy for tips on dealing with this side effect.
Hasmenés
Your doctor or nurse can recommend medication to relieve diarrhea. Also, try eating low-fiber, bland foods, such as white rice and boiled or baked chicken. Avoid raw fruits, vegetables, whole grain breads and cereals, and seeds. Soluble fiber is a type of fiber found in some foods. Soluble fiber absorbs fluid and can help relieve diarrhea. Foods high in soluble fiber include: applesauce, bananas (ripe), canned fruit, orange and grapefruit sections, boiled potatoes, white rice and products made with white flour, oatmeal, cream of rice, cream of wheat and farina. Drink 8-10 glasses of non-alcoholic fluid a day to prevent dehydration.
Hányinger és/vagy hányás
Nausea and vomiting is not too common with paclitaxel. If you do experience nausea or vomiting, there are many effective drugs that will prevent, eliminate, or lessen the severity of it if you need them, so just ask your doctor which is best for you. In addition, dietary adjustments may help. Avoid things that worsen the symptoms, such as heavy or greasy foods. Try antacids, like milk of magnesia and calcium tablets (like Tums), saltines, or ginger ale to lessen symptoms.
Fatigue
See
OncoLink's section on fatigue for helpful tips on dealing with this side effect.
Szex és termékenységi változások
The menstrual cycle or sperm production may become irregular or stop permanently. Women may experience menopausal effects including hot flashes and vaginal dryness. The desire for sex may decrease during treatment. You should not have sexual intercourse when your white blood cell or platelet count is low.
Exposure of an unborn child to this medication could cause birth defects, so you should not become pregnant or father a child while on this medication. Effective birth control is necessary during treatment. You may want to consider sperm banking or egg harvesting if you may wish to have a child in the future. See
OncoLink's section on sexuality & fertility for helpful tips for dealing with these side effects.
Egyéb mellékhatások
Some patients will develop muscle and joint aches after a paclitaxel infusion, which can last for a few days. Ask your doctor or nurse what you can take to relieve this discomfort.
Paclitaxel can damage your nails, resulting in markings on the nails, thinning or brittleness of the nails or loss of a nail. Keep your nails clean and trimmed. You should not wear fake fingernails as these can increase the risk of infection.
Téli hónapokban fogyasztott tőkehalmáj olaj segít a szükséges D-vitaminszint fenntartásában. Teljesen fényspektrumú világítás segíthet a retina és bőr megfelelő D-vitaminhoz juttatásában. Ez növeli az immunitást, az agy látó endokrin rendszerén keresztül.
Az utóbbi időben megjelent tanulmányok szerint felnőttnek naponta 3000-5000IU D-vitamin szükséges. Keresse meg orvosát vagy kérjen
D-vitamin vértesztet, nehogy túladagolja a bevitelt. A D-vitamin zsírban oldódó, ezért nem távozik a szervezetből, mint a vízben oldódó vitaminok, így nagyon fontos tudnia a megfelelő szintet.
CINK (25-50mg) naponta reggelivel és déli étkezéssel
A cink létfontosságú ásvány, amely a mezőgazdaságban alkalmazott termelési módszerek miatt nagyon alacsony szintű az étkezésben. Erőteljes immunrendszer javító tulajdonságokkal rendelkezik, különösen a rendszeresen bevitt szelénnel együtt. A legjobb étkezéssel egyidőben fogyasztani, magában enyhe gyomorfájdalmat okozhat.
A cink a szelénnel együtt SOD (szuperoxid-diszmutáz enzimek) és GTP (Glutathione Peroxidase) anyagokat termel, ez a kettő a legerőteljesebb antioxiáns/öregedésgátló enzim a szervezetben. A cink alapvető össszetevője több, mint 300 enzimnek, melyek a sebek gyógyulásához, a termékenységhez, a proteinek szintetizálásához, a sejtek reprodukciójához, a látás megőrzéséhez, az immunrendszer megerősítéséhez és a szabadgyökök elleni védelemhez szükségesek. Így határozottan az egyik olyan elem, melyből elégséges mennyiséget kell bevinnie.
A cink néhány természetes forrása: húsok, tojás, tengeri halak, feketebab, búzacsíra, tofu.
SZELÉN (200-250mikrogramm) naponta reggelihez és déli étkezéshez
A mezőgazdaságban túlzottan használt növényvédőszerek és a termőföld pihentetésének hiánya miatt a föld lakosságának 2/3 része szelénhiánytól szenved. A szelén éltető elem és szükséges ásványi anyag.
A szelént naponta cinkkel együtt kell bevinni, amely nagyban javítja a hatékonyságát, és mindkettő erősíti az immunrendszert. 2-3 darab paradió (Brasil nut) kb. 200 mikrogramm szelént tartalmaz. Kiváló teljes értékű szelénforrás. Továbbá az élesztőgomba, a teljesértékű magvak és tengeri halak.
Komplex B-VITAMIN (50-100mg)
A komplex B-vitamin minden ismert, vízben oldható vitaminra vonatkozik a C-vitamin kivételével. Ezek a B1-vitamin (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothensav), B6 (pyridoxin), biotin, B9 (folacin) és B12 (cobalaminok).
A komplex B-vitamin potenciális antioxidáns védelmet biztosít a szervezetnek és részben az agysejteknek, illetve a központi idegrendszernek. Ezek egy vitamin család részei, melyek akkor a leghatásosabbak, ha családként fogyasztják, ezért együtt kell bevinni, nem külön.
Felnőtteknek napi 50-100mg szükséges minden B-vitaminból, kivéve a B-12-t, melyből legfeljebb 1mg. Különleges esetekben más dózisban is lehetséges, például a niacin napi 2-3 grammos bevitele csökkenti a koleszterin szintjét és kezeli a skizofréniát. 500mg B5-vitamin bevitele növeli a mentális és fizikai állóképességet.
A legjobb B-vitamin források a hal, hús, szárnyasok, tojás, tej és tejtermékek
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