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La Porte, IN
October 18, 2024
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A MyLungCancerTeam Member

They are putting me on KRAZATI (adagrasib) instead. Waiting on insurance approval.

October 23, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Hi Wendy, I'm stage 4 had 8cm tumor right lung, mets to local lymphoids and lining of lung. Had 3 rounds of Carbo, Keytruda and Altima. Tumer started bleeding. I needed blood transfusion. They decided 2 rounds of radiation. Just had PET scan. The tumor grew slightly and I have new nodules that is now in both lungs and a spot on my spine. They thinking radiation for spine and putting me on Sotorasib. If insurance pays for it. 🙏 Having hard time finding anyone on it. Will keep update.

October 19, 2024
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Sotorasib, also known by its brand name Lumakras, is a medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of adults with KRAS G12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have received at least one prior systemic therapy. Here are some key points:

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Sotorasib, also known by its brand name Lumakras, is a medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of adults with KRAS G12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have received at least one prior systemic therapy. Here are some key points:

- Mechanism: Lumakras targets the KRAS G12C protein, a common mutation in certain cancers, disrupting cancer cell growth and survival.
- Administration: Taken orally once daily, with or without food.
- Side Effects: Common side effects include diarrhea, musculoskeletal pain, nausea, fatigue, hepatotoxicity (liver damage), and cough. Serious side effects may include interstitial lung disease or pneumonitis.
- Monitoring: Regular liver function tests are recommended to monitor for hepatotoxicity.

For more detailed information, you can visit the Lumakras page on MyLungCancerTeam.

October 18, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I'll let you know what they decide on mine too but it'll be a couple more months before next scans.

October 20, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Not yet but it is in discussion for my treatment plan. You'll have to share how it goes! My new oncologist thinks highly of it for kras g12c. I'm stage 4 with mets.

October 18, 2024

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