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Abraxane Chemo
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Pronounced: (pack-lih-TAX-el)
Warning
This medication may often cause a serious blood disorder (decreased bone marrow function leading to a low number of white blood cells). This effect can lower your body's ability to fight an infection. Your doctor will monitor you closely and check your blood often during treatment. If your white blood cell count is too low, you should not receive this medication. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop...
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Abraxane
Source: Breastcancer.org
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