Chemotherapy Education

Camptosar
(irinotecan, CPT-11)

• Given Intravenously over 90 minutes
• Usually given 4 out of 6 weeks, then repeated
• Some of the side effects may include:

1. Nausea / vomiting
   • You will be given anti-nausea medicine before the chemotherapy
   • Tell the nurse if you have nausea after you go home.
2. Myelosuppression (bone marrow suppression)
   • The number of your white blood cells (WBC) will decrease making you more susceptible to infections.
   • Your platelet count may also decrease making you more susceptible to bleeding.
3. Hair loss
   • More than half the people receiving Camptosar lose some or all of their hair.
   • Hair will grow back after chemo is stopped.
4. Fatigue
   • Common with most chemotherapy.
   • Usually lasts throughout the entire treatment time period.
   • Moderate exercise, good nutrition, and rest may help remedy this.
5. Diarrhea
   • Have Immodium A-D on hand before you start therapy.
   • Tell the nurse if you develop cramping or diarrhea during treatment.
   • For cramping or diarrhea that starts after treatment, follow the diarrhea control plan.

Front Range Cancer Specialists
"Fighting Cancer with Knowledge and Compassion"

Our Chemotherapy Clinic is located:
2315 East Harmony Road
Suite 110
Fort Collins, CO 80528

Phone 970 212 7600