Has anyone used afatinib for non-small cell lung cancer?

Many community members have shared their experiences with afatinib as a targeted therapy for non-small cell lung cancer, and it sounds like this represents an important next step in your treatment journey. Consider sharing details about your specific situation when you're comfortable, as others who've been on similar treatment paths may be able to offer their perspectives and support.

After my 7 weeks of chemoradiation I am cancer free. I was placed on the targetted drug Tagrisso as a preventative but that in combination with damage from the radiation has led to pneumonitis. I was advised to be hospitalized, but elected to stay home with monitoring of my O2 saturation, supplement O2 , oral steroids, cough medication and rest. Any activity at all causes shortness of breath and a racing heart. But currently I can eat and breathe and talk and breathe while at rest. This is a huge improvement.