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Had another PSA test Friday and it keeps dropping, now down to .11 and I am taking one pill a day..When I was taking the full dose had side effects.

So I am glad this is working...

Ron (On my 24th year with PC)

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Magnus1964

That great. I may have to ask my research doctor if I could go down to 1 pill of xtandi per day. Congratulations on 24 years.

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Kevinski65 in reply to Magnus1964

I know some doctors say reduce the dose of u can't take the side effects. I think a reduced dose may mean you'll shorten the effectiveness. I can't prove that though.

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2dee

Wow, you rock Robyn. My hero...2Dee

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dhccpa

Do you take that one pill with or without a meal?

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roncyn in reply to dhccpa

Small amount like toast in the morning!

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Middleton1965

Hi Roncyn, I did the same thing and my PSA is steady at .10 . Looks like it working for both of us. God Bless!!

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dhccpa in reply to Middleton1965

One pill per day?

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Captainblack in reply to dhccpa

Yes!!

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roncyn in reply to dhccpa

One pill along with zoladex implant every three month!

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Captainblack in reply to dhccpa

But you have to watch your testosterone levels if your not receiving the lupron shot.

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roncyn in reply to Captainblack

Get a testosterone test along with my PSA .. 3< ... I sure miss it.. Have you ever seen a hairless Italian... years of anti hormonal therapy!!

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j-o-h-n

Go....... Go......Go.......

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Monday 01/18/2021 7:36 PM EST

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