Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice
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prevention of radiation-induced xerostomia in head and/or neck cancers in 21% (n ¼ 6), reduction of renal toxicity from cisplatin in 3% (n ¼ 1), and reduction of fatigue from cisplatin in 3% (n ¼ 1). The majority of patients (79%) experienced at least one adverse effect with the most common being nausea and vomiting, rash, and hypotension. Additional results will be presented.
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