Has anyone been prescribed Singulaire as part of a preventative plan for a reaction for carbo/taxol?
I picked the prescriptions up this weekend for my upcoming 2nd chemo treatment. I read the side effects. While I normally aren't overly concerned with physical side effects, this one has some very serious mental side effects. I already suffer from depression and anxiety..have been on meds for years.
These side effects don't seem to be worth the risk for me, so I have not taking it. I will take the benadryl as well as the steroids, but not the Singulaire
Hello Nit.Thu57
I am sorry to hear that you have had a reaction to carbo/taxol that means you have been prescribed singulair.
I can understand why you are reluctant to take the singulair due to the potential serious mental side effects.
Have you had the opportunity to talk through your concerns with anyone? It is of course your decision to make but I wonder if there is any alternative. Am just thinking that if they feel that you may have a reaction again- what else could they offer you to prevent one.
I had carbo/taxol last year and I can remember at the time being really concerned about all the potential side effects.
Perhaps give your CNS a call and let them know of your decision before the 2nd chemo day comes around so they can be prepared.
I wish you well with the rest of your treatment.
Jane
Am sorry that they were not more supportive. It is your treatment and your body and your concerns are justified.
I suppose all you can do is to make sure the nurses giving you the chemo treatment are aware that you have not taken it. Or perhaps give the Support Line a call tomorrow and speak to one of the nurses and ask if there is an alternative medication you could take. Then you could ask your team about it.
Hope it all goes well for you.
