Discussions tagged “Cotellic”

I've been on Cotellic 20mg Tablets for a few months now, and I wanted to share my experience. Cotellic is a medication used to treat melanoma that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. It works by blocking a specific protein (MEK) inside cancer cells, which helps to slow or stop the cancer from growing. I take it along with vemurafenib as prescribed. So far, I've had some side effects, but nothing too severe. The most notable ones have been diarrhea and dry mouth, which are both manageable. I've also had some skin changes, which my doctor said is important to monitor. I've been checking my skin regularly and reporting any changes to my doctor, as the instructions suggest. I'm also on the lookout for the more serious side effects listed, and I know to seek emergency care if I notice any of them. If you're considering this treatment, I hope my experience helps. It's definitely a journey, but knowing what to expect can make it a bit easier.