[CMLHope] Reducing Gleevec dose after PCRU

2006-09-15 Thread mburwen
Are there any studies that show the effects of reducing the Gleevec dose after achieving PCRU? I've seen a fair amount of anecdotal information, but nothing scientific. I achieved 3 log on 400/day. Went to 600 and almost immediately became PCRU where I've remained going on 9 months. I'd like t

[CMLHope] Reducing Gleevec dose after PCRU

2006-06-19 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
During the Q&A session of the recent LLS teleconference, Dr. Shah stated that he thought it would be OK to reduce the Gleevec dose (e.g. from 600 to 400) after achieving PCRU in order to reduce the severity of side effects. This is the first time I've heard any Dr. say that. Does anyone know of d