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Cisplatin is an anti-cancer drug consisting my a a platinum atom, two chlorine atoms and two amine groups. The two chlorine groups are substituted for water molecules in the body. The drug works by forming co-ordinate bonds with guanine bases in DNA, this prevents the process of DNA replication and hence it stops malignant tumours frow growing and spreading.
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What is Platinol used to treat medically?
Platinol, also known as Cisplatin is a medication for cancer patients. Platinol interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows how fast they spread in the body.
"Platinol is a treatment for cancer, but what types are listed on the Platinol package insert"?
"The Platinol package insert says the drug is most commonly used to treat cancer in the bladder, ovaries and testicles." "The Platinol package insert may not have all the uses, but Platinol, also known as Cisplatin, has been used to treat sarcomas, carcinomas and even lymphomas. "
Which drugs are commonly used in mesothelioma treatment?
There are several drugs used to treat mesothelioma. There are various chemotherapy drugs, such as Cisplatin, Navelbine, and Alitma.
What drug combinations are commonly used in treatment of small cell lung cancer?
cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), doxorubicin (Adriamycin), and vincristine (Oncovin), or etoposide and cisplatin.
Can this laser treat cancer?
Laser have been used to treat BPH. They are not generally used to treat cancer.
How do you treat a person with cancer?
If someone you know has cancer, you need to treat them with respect.
Can pot treat cancer?
It can treat pain, and it can to some extent treat nausea(from the medicines).But it won't to much for the actual cancer.
Who manufactures cisplatin?
Cisplatin is manufactured by Bristol-Myers Squibb. It is a chemotherapy drug used in cancers of the bladder, kidney, and testicles.
Is it true that menthol presented in mint leaves has the power to treat various types of cancer especially prostate cancer?
No that is not correct. It does not treat cancer.
What is the quickest way to treat my lung cancer?
There is no way to treat lung cancer with absolute certainty. In order to answer the question, I would have to know the stage in which the lung cancer has progressed.
I would like info on the cancer drug cisplatin My Uncle has esophagus cancer & just started chemo. I am a 10year breast cancer surviver. Thanks.?
It is an antineoplastic medication. It interferes with the growth of cancer cells and stunts their growth and slows their spread. It�??s used to treat several kinds of cancer for example metastatic testicular tumors, metastatic ovarian tumors, and advanced bladder cancer to name a few. Some side effects include trouble breathing, swelling, kidney damage, hearing loss, fatigue nausea, chills etc. It is known to be harmful to an unborn baby. It is important to have adequate hydration before starting treatment.
How do you treat thryopid cancer?
surgery
