I had induction chemo which was three cycles of cisplatin, taxotere, and 5FU. During radiation I received weekly carboplatin which I did not feel at all.

The MO stated it was far less toxic in reduced amounts on a more frequent basis and being a platin it still served the purpose as a radiosensitizer to the radiation.

In general, I believe both are effective while some give the edge to cisplatin but carbo does the job just fine. There are studies with varying results so believe what you may.

Good luck

Don
Male, 57 - Great health except C
Dec '12
DX: BOT SCC T2N2bMx, Stage 4a, HPV+, multiple nodes
1 tooth out
Jan '13
2nd tooth out
Tumor Board -induction TPF (3 cycles), seq CRT
4-6/2013
CRT 70gr 2x35, weekly carbo150
ended 5/29,6/4
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