Ibrance

[Bonnie1942]

No experience with it but expect to have it rx soon.

[Nocillo]

Ibrance has been a Godsend for me. Virtually no side effects. I hope it works as well for you. Hair loss happens in the first few months, but usually stops after that.

[LDR1]

It’s pretty effective with few side effects, wishing you best of luck!

[Antares12]

I started with ibrance. I got a couple of years out of it. It was a rough beginning for me, but eventually is all evened out and I didn't have many side effects. I'm on to xeloda now.

[Aquadog]

Hi Bonnie. Ibrance has been great for me. I had my six year anniversary on it in February. I did have hair thinning the first year, but it's completely back to normal. Otherwise, I haven't noticed many side effects - letrozole has been much tougher on me. Hope it's effective and comfortable for you to take.

Sending hugs

Susan

[Ashtead2 in reply to Aquadog]

That's amazing. I've only been on Ibrance and Letrozole since October 2022, oncologist is pleased with response so far. Hope I have as much success as you have.Best wishes.

Sue

[traveler480]

Hi.

I have been on Ibrance for about 17 months. No side effects other than low white blood cell counts and neutrophil counts (which apparently happen in something like 95% of those on Ibrance). I started at the 125 level but my oncologist felt the impact on my blood work was too intense, so we have continued to tinker with the dosage level. I am now at 75 mg daily for three weeks and then off for 2 weeks, and that seems to be doing just fine. After just 10 weeks on Ibrance, my tumor had shrunk perhaps 30%. I also get a Faslodex shot every 28 days.

I am so happy to see Aquadog/Susan say she has been on it for 6 years ---- I really hope that will be my success story as well!

[NeverOutOfTheFight]

I have had a good response with Ibrance and Femara. I have been on it for 5+ years, started at 125 mg and reduced to 100 MG a few years ago. At first I had some hair thinning, that has since settled. Now, the only issue I rrally deal with is the diarrhea. I don't feel great days 3-5 of the cycle (a little achy, like the day before you get a cold), and have constant diarrhea. But, I am able to work and run with 3 active kids, and have been NED for 4+ years.