Paclitaxel and Docetaxel (Taxotere) both are Taxane category of chemotherapy agent and they mitotic inhibitors (prevents cell divisions). Paclitaxel can sometimes cause a temporary slowing of the heart rate known as bradycardia, usually harmless. Let this cycle be completed with 5FU + Cisplatin, you would still need to take lot of care.

All the best for the treatment, do remember to have review MRI before third-cycle. Go for it only if 2 cycles have helped.






Father; 67 yrs; RIP: 2012/05/26

TX:SCC pT2N1M0G2;Glossectomy+SND+CCRT(59.3Gy+6xCis.)[2009]
TX:Nodal Mets; 3xDCF[2011/05/05]
TX: RND + PMMC Flap[2011/07/11]
DX:SCC PNI+ECE
TX:Re-RT 60Gy[2011/09/21]
TX:Gefitinib 250mg[2011/12/18]