Chemotherapy

The Comprehensive Guide to Anticancer Drugs: What You Need to Know

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Anticancer drugs

Introduction to Anticancer Drugs: Anticancer drugs are medications that inhibit the development and spread of cancerous cells. They achieve this by interfering with the DNA and RNA that cause cell division. Since cancer cells divide more rapidly than normal cells, they are more susceptible to these drugs. Classification of Anticancer Drugs: 1. Alkylating Agents: 2. … Read more

Pharmacology of antiemetic drugs

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Pharmacology of Antiemetic Drugs

Introduction Nausea and vomiting are protective reflexes designed to prevent the ingestion or continued digestion of harmful toxins. However, when severe, they can significantly deteriorate patient comfort, compromise treatment adherence, and lead to complications such as electrolyte imbalances, dehydration, and undernutrition. Antiemetic drugs play a critical role across various clinical contexts—perioperative care, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, infectious gastroenteritis, … Read more