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How long does Chemo medications remain in system when finished?
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An_242235 posted:
My father was diagnosed with non small cell lung cancer July 2011 and has completed all 2 series of Chemo November 2011 and has started radiation treatment December 20th.
Wondering how long the chemo remains in system? Also, my father has "dizzy spells" falling at times. Is this due to the side effect to the central nervous system?
1 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:How long does Chemo medications remain in system when finished?My father was diagnosed with non small cell lung cancer July 2011 and has completed all 2 series of Chemo November 2011 and has started radiation treatment December 20th. <br />Wondering how long the chemo remains in system? Also, my father has "dizzy spells" falling at times. Is this due to the side effect to the central nervous system?
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georgiagail responded:
That would depend on the specific chemotherapeutic agent used. If you know the name of the medication used, you can "google" it; internet information will often mention the half life of the drug.

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Report This| Share this:How long does Chemo medications remain in system when finished?That would depend on the specific chemotherapeutic agent used. If you know the name of the medication used, you can "google" it; internet information will often mention the half life of the drug.<br /> <br />Gail
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