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Jenni22
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2 years ago

Abemaciclib Verezenio side effects

Hi Ladies, I have recently started on Letrizole/Hormone Therapy, and Verenio / Abemaciclib and am struggling with the side effects.  I am in the fortunate position in that both these drugs are bein...
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GorgyS
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6 months ago

Hi Shirley0411​ 

I have been on Letrozole since August 2024 and Abemaciclib (150 mg) since November 2024. I thought I was managing the side effects well, but after having to stop Abemaciclib due to elevated liver enzymes, I’ve noticed a significant improvement. I have more energy and feel much better. It has been almost two months since I went on a break from Abemaciclib. I have another blood test coming up and will be seeing my oncologist in two weeks. 

 

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Katie46
Member
6 months ago

Hi GorgyS, glad to hear you are feeling better. The lower dose really helped me, although my digestive system still isn't 100% happy, it much easier to manage, lactose is an issue, so I choose lactose free these days. Are you going to try again, or have they ruled it out for you now? 

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    GorgyS
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    6 months ago

    hi Katie46​

    They haven't ruled it out yet. In two weeks, I will have another   blood test and will see. I will share it with the network when I find out. However, I feel so good since stopped the Abemaciclib that I am seriously thinking not to continue regardless of the blood test result.