Cisplatin and capecitabine for stage 4 rectal cancer with liver metastasis

I have just started my 2nd line treatment on Cisplatin & capecitabine,  already had 6 cycles of Carboplatin & Paclitaxel which worked really well for my main Rectal tumour which is just scar tissue now. . However the liver tumour not so well. With almost no side effects other than hair loss and a bit of neuropathy. 

Just wondering how anyone has found the side effects on Capecitabine, I am only into my 2nd week of them but struggling with my appetite and really bad fatigue.

I was meant to be on the Cisplatin  day 1 then 14 days cape  then 1 week rest but for some reason with no explanation my prescription was done for 21 days,  waiting to speak to Consultant on Monday to ask why the change, anyone else had a change made to their schedule? It's my first cycle so nothing to do with my blood results, just a bit confused!!

  • Hi Jue-,

    It's good to hear you got on well with your original treatment and with not many side effects.

    Hopefully soon you'll get some more replies from others on the forum with experience of Capecitabine. You can also use the search bar from the homepage of the forum to find other relevant discussions about this.

    If ever you'd like to talk things through with our nurses, you are welcome to give them a call. You can reach them on freephone 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5. Do of course discuss any concerns you have about side effects or anything else with your doctor - I see you have an appointment today.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator