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Chemotherapy (Expert Forum)
Topotecan
Answered by
Kamal S Saini, MD, MRCP (UK), DM - Medical Oncology
Bangalore Institute of Oncology
Bangalore - India
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Doctor's Answer
by Kamal S Saini, MD, MRCP (UK), DM, May 03, 2009 11:55AM
, May 03, 2009 11:55AMTo: bohan54
Hi,
Wine may not reduce the effectiveness of topotecan. However, it may lead to other difficulties, like nausea, anorexia etc. Overall, I would say - avoid alcohol if you can. If you must drink, drink in moderation
Please read this write-up on this topic by Cancer Research UK.
http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/help/default.asp?page=5552
All the best, and God Bless!
Wine may not reduce the effectiveness of topotecan. However, it may lead to other difficulties, like nausea, anorexia etc. Overall, I would say - avoid alcohol if you can. If you must drink, drink in moderation
Please read this write-up on this topic by Cancer Research UK.
http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/help/default.asp?page=5552
All the best, and God Bless!
