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Antineoplastics (Cancer drugs)

Antineoplastics are drugs that treat cancer — inhibit or prevent the growth or development of malignant cells. They include alkylating agents, antibiotics, antimetabolites and antimitotic agents. Cytotoxics can be also used as antineoplastics. Ask questions or look for information about antineoplastics here.

tamoifen

My friend was diagnosed tumour on left breast few days ago. She is still waiting for the results of the biopsy, but she suspects that it is going to be cancer. I have read something about specific anticancer drug that is used especially in treatment of breast cancer, called tamoifen. I know that...

by User avatar mirabel449

Taxol Usage

Hi, my friend is 48 years old and she is suffering from ovarian cancer for two years already. My sister told me about new medication called Taxol which is very efficient against ovarian cancer so I would like to know something about it before I suggest it to my friend. Thank you.

by User avatar tandy33668

tamoxfen

I was diagnosed breast cancer about a year ago. I’ve started with tamoxfen, because tumor was hormone dependant. I should have this therapy for next 4 years. I had the tumour removed surgically and tamoxfen should prevent development of another tumour. I am interested in the adverse effects of...

by User avatar Guest

side effects of gemcitabine

Where should I be looking for information about gemcitabine and the side effects of this cancer drug? I came across this website when I googled gemcitabine, but I don't seem to be able to find any info here? Perhaps someone can help me and tell me where to go, or, even better, tell me what the side...

by User avatar tab1509165730

Is addition of preoperative radiation (20 Gy) and Actinomycin D to postoperative radiation better?

My mother is 55 years old and unfortunately, has to deal with breast cancer. She will be operated in a week and I have to say that I am very frightened for her. She is undergoing preoperative radiation. Doctor also suggested Actinomycin D as a form of therapy. Is addition of preoperative radiation...

by User avatar fredelia37330

Did you have success with Abraxane treatment?

It would be better if I did not have to pose any questions here, but I have to. I am supposed to start with my Abraxane treatment and I guess I would like to hear some reassuring words. Did you have success with that treatment? What should I expect? I am concerned because of the side effects? Are...

by User avatar ernesta90863828

side effects of gemcitabine

Where should I be looking for information about gemcitabine and the side effects of this cancer drug? I came across this website when I googled gemcitabine, but I don't seem to be able to find any info here? Perhaps someone can help me and tell me where to go, or, even better, tell me what the side...

by User avatar lorrie1833165738

Does nitrogen mustard work in treatment of cancer?

Unfortunately, I have lost my aunt because of the stomach cancer. That happened a long time ago, and I have been just a small kid, but still remember those days. Recently, I have been discussing options for cancer with a friend whose father has lung cancer and he mentioned nitrogen mustard. Does...

by User avatar cleon36319

Having a very bad reaction to Xeloda!

Hello, folks. I was diagnosed a bowel cancer. I see doctors are very skeptic, but nevertheless I was given Xeloda. But I must admit that I am having a very bad reaction to this medication. I would like to hear what you think about this. Did anyone have something similar? Thank you in advance.

by User avatar sebastiano166963830

nitrogen mustard

My brothers friend is going through a family crisis. His sister has just been diagnosed with leukemia and he seems so lost and confused. How she feels I cannot even begin to imagine. Yet, they are already starting with therapies and treatments. Nitrogen mustard has been mentioned as one of the...

by User avatar mable32086