chemotherarpy and heart problems

Has enyone one capecitabine tablets had heart problems with this drug. Started first cycle for bowel cancer mop up 5 days in chest pain rang 999 they stopped chemo tablet pain stopped. They have done scan my aorta was slighty large will need to see oncology to decide what to do

  • Hi Maxandlala and thanks for posting.

    I'm sorry to hear about the problems you have been having, it sounds like a worrying time.

    Capecitabine can occasionally cause heart problems, such as changes to your heart rate or rhythm, angina or heart attack.  You can read more about the drug here.  Have you spoken to the team that is providing your cancer treatment since this happened?  It would be good to talk to them so they can offer you some advice about what happens next.  Perhaps get in touch with your specialist nurse if you have one.

    You have posted in the 'ask the nurses' section.  You may get more replies if you post in a different section too, but do remember that everyone has a different experience, even if they have a very similar diagnosis.

    I hope this is helpful but please do get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You might like to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Take care,

    Rachel