Opinion|Videos|July 5, 2024
Common Adverse Reactions to EGFR Therapy
Alan Chin, PharmD, BCOP, presents an overview of the most prevalent and common adverse reactions associated with EGFR-targeted therapies in metastatic NSCLC and shares strategies to mitigate toxicities, with a focus on managing dermatologic events such as rash and itching.
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Episodes in this series
- Provide a broad overview of common adverse effects associated with EGFR-targeted therapies in metastatic NSCLC.
- What proactive strategies do you recommend for preventing dermatologic toxicities, such as rash and acneiform eruptions, in patients receiving EGFR-targeted therapies?
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