Exemestane and Everolimus - Patient Education Home

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What should I tell my doctor before starting this treatment?
Talk to your doctor about the following:
If you have ever had chemotherapy and the name of the chemotherapy
drugs you were given.
If you have ever had liver problems.
If you have a history of high cholesterol or heart disease.
If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. Your doctor will
talk with you about birth control while getting chemotherapy.
If you are breastfeeding.
If you have been told that you need to start a new medicine.
The medicines/pills you are taking, including:
Medicines prescribed by any of your doctors, including
phenytoin (Dilantin).
Herbs
Vitamins
Over-the-counter medicines
How does my doctor decide my treatment dose?
To determine your treatment dose, your doctor will review the
following: your medicines, how well your liver is working, and any
other health problems you have.
How do I handle, store and dispose of these drugs?
Store these medicines in a closed container at room temperature,
away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Do not store in your bathroom or in your refrigerator.
Keep these medicines away from children and do not share it with anyone.
It is safe to handle Exemestane and Everolimus as whole tablet.
Everolimus comes from the pharmacy in individually wrapped
containers. Wash your hands after handling Everolimus.
Talk with your pharmacist about how to get rid (dispose) of these
medicines safely.