A drug that is used in chemotherapy regimens against certain types of cancer tumors. Cisplatin works against (tumor) cells by binding to the cell’s DNA and generating intrastrand cross-links (between the two strands of the DNA molecule). These intrastrand cross-links prevent replication, and cause cell death.
A chemical substance which may help fight cancer by binding to DNA. It is used in the treatment of ovarian and testicular cancer.
A drug used in cancer chemotherapy. Cisplatin (Platinol) is one of a group of chemotherapy drugs known as alkylating agents, used to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells. Cisplatin is used to treat several cancers, including small cell carcinoma of the lung and cancers of the testicles, ovaries, bladder, head, and neck, among others.
A toxic drug with an alkylating action, giving it useful anti-tumour properties, especially against solid tumours such as ovarian and testicular cancers.
A drug used to treat cancers, especially solid tumors such as testicular and ovarian carcinoma. Common side effects of this drug include severe nausea and vomiting and renal failure.
This is an anticancer medication employed in the treatment of certain types of testicular and ovarian cancers.