Discussions tagged “Talzenna”

I recently started taking Talzenna 0.35mg Liquid Filled Caps for my metastatic breast cancer with a BRCA mutation. I wanted to share my experience and side effects. It's only been a few weeks, but I've noticed some changes. The most significant so far is hair loss, which is to be expected. I'm also feeling more tired than usual, but I've managed to cope with shorter naps during the day. The doctor warned me about the potential for serious side effects, but I'm hoping to avoid those. I'd love to hear from others who have taken this medication. How did you manage the side effects? Any tips?

Hello everyone, I've recently been prescribed Talzenna 1mg Liquid Filled Caps as a treatment for my BRCA-positive breast cancer, and I have to say, I'm a bit overwhelmed by all the information out there. I've read that it works by blocking PARP proteins, which helps prevent cancer cells from repairing their damaged DNA. Does anyone have personal experience with this medication and can share their insights? Taking such a heavy medication can be challenging, but hearing from others who’ve been through it can really help ease the anxiety. How has it affected your daily life? What were the side effects that you encountered, and how did you manage them? Any tips on how to best handle the side effects would be greatly appreciated.

I've been on Talzenna for a few months now. It's a PARP inhibitor used to treat certain types of breast cancer. It works by blocking specific proteins in cancer cells called PARP, which are involved in repairing damaged DNA. By blocking these proteins, Talzenna makes it harder for cancer cells to repair themselves, leading to their death, especially in cancers with certain genetic mutations like BRCA. I wanted to start a discussion. What side effects have you experienced? The rare side effects include signs of an allergic reaction, signs of infection, signs of bleeding, signs of low calcium levels, weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking or thinking, blurred vision, weight loss and shortness of breath. Other possible side effects include hair loss, headache, mouth irritation or mouth sores, changes in taste, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach upset, and decreased appetite. Has anyone experienced any of these side effects? How have you managed them? I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences with this medication.

I've been prescribed Talzenna 0.25mg Capsules to treat my BRCA-mutated breast cancer. I'm curious to hear from anyone else who's used this medication. I've read about the potential side effects, and I'm a bit worried. Are the side effects as bad as they sound? Has anyone experienced any of the serious ones? I'd love to hear about your experiences, both good and bad. Does Talzenna really work as well as the doctors say it does? Also, were there any side effects that were severe enough to warrant stopping the treatment? What was your experience like with your doctor and how well did they respond to your concerns? I'm trying to get a realistic picture of what to expect.