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The American Cancer Society recommends talking with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any of these symptoms while taking oral chemotherapy medication:

• Your fatigue does not improve, returns or becomes severe.
• You are more tired than usual during or after an activity.
• Your tiredness is not attributed to an activity.
• Your fatigue is not relieved by rest or sleep.
• You become confused or cannot concentrate.
• You cannot get out of bed for more than 24 hours.
• Your fatigue disrupts your work, social life or daily routine.

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