Is oral chemotherapy as effective as IV chemotherapy?

Oral chemotherapy is given by mouth in the form a pill, capsule, or liquid. This is the easiest method and can usually be done at home.

A small needle is inserted into a vein on the hand or lower arm. The needle usually is attached to a small tube called a catheter, which delivers the drug to the needle from an IV bag or bottle.

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These protocols reduce rate of recurrence by about 15% and reduce mortality by about 10%. The regimens do have some toxicity, but usually are tolerated fairly well.

The answer is, "Generally, yes", but, as always, check with your doctor first (and, remember. Amoxicillin shouldn't be taken if you have a penicillin allergy).