I've been on Xalkori for 8 months. This is the 5th and by far the easiest treatment I've been on since being diagnosed with Stage IV cancer 26 months ago. I really can't identify a side effect and feel good most of the time. I'm regaining some strength and have even gained some weight. And I've had great results. The last CT scan showed all of my lymph nodes are normal in size, the pleural eff...
this treatment i beleive is kiiling my mother faster than the cancer would have the swelling as made her unable to walk...now body shutting down from no circulation
Shared reviews and ratings
Most Helpful
Most Recent
Highest Total Rating
High Satisfaction
Low Satisfaction
No data
team germany | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/9/2018
Condition: ROS1 Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
It saved my life for more than 2 years now, my CEA level dropped from 40 to 5,8. It gives me hope and cannot thank the team who invented it enough, thank you soooo much!
Report this post
Anonymous | 75 or over | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
5/17/2015
Condition: ALK Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 4.7
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I have been on Xalkori for 39 months for stage IV lung cancer. I have experienced a few side effects. I did have vision problems, some nausea and constipation at first. Now those are just about normal. The only problem I am having now is lymphedemia of my legs. I'm very happy that Xalkori is suppressing my cancer.
17
Report this post
Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
1/28/2015
Condition: ALK Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I have been on this for almost 2 1/2 years. I did initially have trouble with diarrhea but that has gotten better with time. I do have a very slow heart rate but can manage that ok. I have Edema in my feet and ankles (one side more than the other.) my vision has actually improved for some reason.
11
Report this post
Blm098 | 65-74 | Female | Patient
5/21/2014
Condition: ALK Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I have been on this drug for ten months..no terrible side effects...my ct scans show my cancer to be nearly gone. My once large lymph nodes are no longer considered to be pathological
14
Report this post
Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Caregiver
4/25/2014
Condition: ALK Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 2.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
this treatment i beleive is kiiling my mother faster than the cancer would have the swelling as made her unable to walk...now body shutting down from no circulation
4
4
Report this post
Blm098 | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/12/2013
Condition: ALK Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I have been on this treatment since August 2013. No sever side effects. Minimal nausea when taking on an empty stomach. I also have some issues with swollen feet and legs. My last scans showed marked decrease in the size of lymph nodes and plural effusion
18
Report this post
RAB50 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
8/1/2012
Condition: ALK Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I've been on Xalkori for 8 months. This is the 5th and by far the easiest treatment I've been on since being diagnosed with Stage IV cancer 26 months ago. I really can't identify a side effect and feel good most of the time. I'm regaining some strength and have even gained some weight. And I've had great results. The last CT scan showed all of my lymph nodes are normal in size, the pleural effusion is very small and the cancer in the lung has decreased. I couldn't be happier! I'm just praying that I can take it for a long time.Read More Read Less
25
1
Report this post
Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
6/29/2012
Condition: ALK Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
After six months, I have shown "significant improvement" in both lungs, have no shortness of breath and much more energy -- all without side effects! Certainly the easiest chemo ever, and by far the most effective that I've had in more than seven years!
24
Report this post
boesy60 | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
4/4/2012
Condition: ALK Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Overall rating 2.7
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
i have experienced nausea and vomiting, visual disturbances; sometimes seeing dark images out of the corner of my eye and when going from a dark room to a lit one. i am pleased that xalkori has reduced the size of a lymph node on the bronchus of the right lung and so far has kept the cancer from spreading elsewhere. i realize this is not a cure, but if it keeps the cancer stabilized in the right lung, i will be very happy.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT USER-GENERATED CONTENT ON WEBMD
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions.