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  • May 6, 2011 at 12:17 am #48647
    pcl1029
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    Hi,
    As a group of drugs known to inhibit the epidermal growth factor receptor(EGFR),ie,gefitinib,cetuximab,panitumumab,erlotinib(Taceva) and laptinib;Acneiform eruption is one of the side effects that is quite common(up to two-thirds of patients who receiving them.(although severe in only 5-10% )
    But there is a consistent POSITIVE corelation between the severity of the acneiform rash and the antitumor activity.
    Treatments include the use of topical benzoyl peroxide,retinoids and antibiotics. oral and topical diphenhydramine and other nonsedating agents for rash.
    I hope the info. helps.

    May 5, 2011 at 5:48 pm #48646
    hecace
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    I started Tarceva a couple of weeks ago. Biggest issue is now I look like a 14-year old with Acne, I hear the potential benefits are great.

    Hector

    March 8, 2011 at 7:08 am #48645
    marions
    Moderator

    Yes, Mark has been on Tarceva for quite some time now and he is doing rather well. You may read his blog on our site or here is his link:
    http://cholangiocarcinoma.wordpress.com
    Good luck and please, stay in touch. We are in this together and our helpful members gladly will share their thoughts and knowledge with you.
    All my best wishes,
    Marion

    March 7, 2011 at 7:05 pm #4868
    fullofhope
    Member

    Is anyone on this board currently taking Tarceva? If so, what has your experience been? I did a search but the most recent discussion was in 2008.
    Any answers are appreciated…

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