Your Chemotherapy Schedule
Primary Medications
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Carboplatin: Day 1 of each 21-day cycle
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Paclitaxel: Days 1, 8, and 15 of each 21-day cycle
Daily Medication Schedule
Morning (with breakfast)
- Anti-nausea medication (30 minutes before chemotherapy)
- Ondansetron 8mg
- Dexamethasone 4mg
- Daily supplements
- Vitamin D3 1000 IU
- Calcium 500mg
Afternoon
- Anti-nausea medication (as needed)
Evening (with dinner)
- Anti-nausea medication (if needed)
- Calcium 500mg
Supporting Medications
Growth Factor Support
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Filgrastim: Days 2-7 after chemotherapy
- Administered via subcutaneous injection
- Time: ___________________ (to be filled by nurse)
Emergency Medications
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For severe nausea: Prochlorperazine 10mg every 6 hours as needed
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For breakthrough pain: _________________ (to be filled by physician)
Important Notes
- Take all medications as prescribed
- Keep track of side effects in your symptom diary
- Contact your healthcare team if you experience:
- Fever above 100.4°F (38°C)
- Severe nausea/vomiting
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Severe pain
Contact Information
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Oncology Nurse: _________________
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After Hours Emergency: _________________
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Pharmacy: _________________
Keep this schedule with you at all times