What Are The Drugs, Timetable And Possible Side Effects Expected With The CEF Chemotherapy Protocol?

Dr. Clifford Hudis answers the question: 'What Is The CEF Protocol For Chemo?'

ByABC News
October 19, 2007, 12:38 PM

— -- Question: What are the drugs, timetable and possible side effects expected with the CEF chemotherapy protocol?

Answer: CEF is cyclophosphamide, epirubicin, and 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU); it's a popular regimen in some parts of the world. Epirubicin is a cousin of doxorubicin (or Adriamycin). Its side effect profile is very similar to other standard chemotherapy regimens.

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