Sirolimus - A Brand New Addition to Mesothelioma Treatment

Sirolimus - A Brand New Addition to Mesothelioma Treatment

 

Mesothelioma Treatment improved with the addition Sirolimus treatment. This is great news for patients of mesothelioma due to its anti-proliferative effects, sirolimus is now being studied for the treatment of malignant mesothelioma and a number of other cancers.After being diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is natural to experience a whirlwind of emotions. This deadly disease can certainly turn your life upside down, but rest assure that investigators are working around the clock to find a cure for you! Researchers report Female Hospital Boston Sirlimus immunosuppressive drug called mesothelioma is an effective treatment.According to researchers working at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston saw greater success when using sirolimus plus cisplatin than they did when cisplatin is used alone.What Sirolimus? Sirolimus also known as an immunosuppressive drug rapamycin is commonly used to prevent organ transplant rejection, especially kidney transplants. Sirolimus has an anti-proliferative effect which makes it an effective treatment option for mesothelioma.Benefits of SirolimusIt is believed that the benefits of sirolimus may make it easier for the treatment of certain cancers. Sirolimus acts as an inhibitor on the development of certain proteins that affect cell survival and cell growth, among others. The researchers also reported that in observation of the combination of sirolimus and cisplatin "Sirolimus appears to enhance the cytotoxicity of cisplatin in malignant pleural mesothelioma cell lines by way of mammalian target of rapamycin. These results provide a basis for clinical assessment combined sirolimus and cisplatin in malignant pleural mesothelioma "Warnings and Precautions to take SirolimusAccording research before taking sirolimus should follow these guidelines:. * Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any medications * Give your doctor a list of medications (prescription and nonprescription), including vitamins, nutritional supplements and herbal products sure to tell your doctor if you are taking amphotericin B, antifungal, ketoconazole, bromocriptine, cimetidine, protease inhibitors for HIV, seizure medication, phenobarbital, rifabutin metoclopramide, verapamil or any other medication. Your doctor will need this information to prescribe appropriate doses of your medication or check for side effects. * Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding. ? * Tell your doctor if you have high cholesterol or triglycerides liver disease.It is best to present health conditions and medications with your doctor before taking sirolimus.Are there any side effects of Sirolimus side effects sirolimus are: Headache * Constipation * Back pain * Diarrhea * Weight loss * Fever * Weakness * Vomiting * Stomach painThere are other serious side effects, which are uncommon, but if you have pale skin, shortness of breathe from unusual bruising or bleeding you should call your doctor immediately. The most frequently recommended for patients with pleural mesothelioma treatments has been chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery or a combination of two or more of these types of treatment and medication. But with sirolimus, this new addition will significantly improve the lives of patients.These mesothelioma clinical research is making advances in the treatment of mesothelioma. Patients suffering from mesothelioma volunteer for new development in the treatment of mesothelioma in the hope of finding a cure for this disease. We hope that someday there will be a cure for this deadly disease Art By:. James K