kemoterapeuttiset

Kemoterapeuttiset refers to substances used in chemotherapy, a type of cancer treatment. These drugs, also known as chemotherapeutic agents, work by targeting and killing rapidly dividing cells, which is a characteristic of cancer cells. However, they can also affect other rapidly dividing cells in the body, such as those in hair follicles, bone marrow, and the digestive tract, leading to side effects.

There are many different types of chemotherapeutic agents, classified based on their mechanism of action. These include alkylating agents, antimetabolites, anti-tumor antibiotics, topoisomerase inhibitors, and mitotic inhibitors, among others. The specific drug or combination of drugs used depends on the type and stage of cancer, as well as the patient's overall health.

Chemotherapy can be administered in various ways, including intravenously (through a vein), orally (by mouth), or sometimes injected directly into a specific area of the body. The treatment regimen is carefully planned by an oncologist and can involve a single drug or a combination of drugs, given over a period of weeks or months. The goal of chemotherapy is to cure the cancer, control its growth, or relieve symptoms. While effective, chemotherapy can have significant side effects, and supportive care is often provided to manage these. Research continues to develop new and more targeted chemotherapeutic agents with improved efficacy and reduced toxicity.