Epigastric pain is not a serious symptom on its own. However, if it occurs with other life-threatening symptoms, it may be a sign of a condition that should receive immediate medical treatment, such as a heart attack.
Efudex may also be used in the treatment of superficial basal cell carcinoma. It works by causing the death of cells that are growing fastest, such as abnormal skin cells. Efudex is available in generic form. Common side effects of Efudex include: skin irritation, burning, redness, dryness, pain, swelling, tenderness, scaling, peeling (exfoliation), rash, changes in skin color at the site of application, or other local reactions. Other side effects of Efudex include eye irritation (e.g., stinging, watering), trouble sleeping, irritability, temporary hair loss, or ; abnormal taste in the mouth. Tell your doctor if you have rare but very serious side effects of Efudex including: stomach or abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, vomiting,
Important things to remember about the side effects of Doxorubicin: Most people will not experience all of the side effects listed. Doxorubicinâs side effects are often predictable in terms of their onset, duration, and severity. Doxorubicinâs side effects will improve after therapy is complete. Doxorubicinâs side effects may be quite manageable. There are many options to minimize or prevent the side effects of Doxorubicin The following side effects are common (occurring in greater than 30%) for patients taking Doxorubicin: 1  Pain along the site where the medication was given. 2  Nausea or vomiting (You will be pretreated for this side effect)Later Side Effects: (within two weeks after treatment begins)