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Sustained-release chemotherapy has potential for bladder cancer

European Pharmaceutical Review

A new, sustained-release chemotherapy delivery device inserted into the bladder, facilitated tumour response, a study has reported. The intravesical device, TAR-200, provides continuous, low-dose, local delivery of gemcitabine chemotherapy. In these patients, no evidence of bladder cancer was found at the follow-up.

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Innovation in chemotherapy: Leading companies in platinum-based cancer drug compositions

Pharmaceutical Technology

Platinum-based cancer drug compositions is a key innovation area in chemotherapy Platinum-based drugs are chemotherapeutic agents used for the treatment of cancer. Several platinum-based drugs such as cisplatin, carboplatin and oxaliplatin are widely used in cancer therapy.

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15 home remedies for mouth sores (and what to do if they don’t work)

The Checkup by Singlecare

Saltwater rinses Saltwater rinses can flush out the sore, decrease inflammation, and dry out the wound, according to Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic recommends using a cotton swab or pad to apply milk of magnesium directly to the area a few times a day. 15 Home remedies for mouth sores 1. Stir and allow the salt to dissolve.

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CoQ10 side effects and how to avoid them

The Checkup by Singlecare

People with cancer : There is little information about the interactions between CoQ10 and cancer chemotherapy, so healthcare professionals may advise against its use during cancer treatment. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are cautioned to avoid CoQ10 supplementation. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are urged to avoid CoQ10.

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Chemotherapy prescribing habits for stage 3 colon cancer changed following IDEA study

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

A significant and increasing trend towards the use of a three-month rather than six-month adjuvant chemotherapy regime in stage 3 colon cancer has been observed following publications from the IDEA collaboration abstract. In addition, CAPOX prescribing also significantly increased from 14% to 48% (p <0.001).

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Navigating EGFR Mutations and ALK Fusions in Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Pharmacy Times

1 Biomarker testing is relatively new in the treatment landscape for NSCLC but has proven incredibly important for personalizing patient care, transforming from a generic chemotherapy approach to a highly personalized, genomically driven treatment strategy. For advanced disease, chemotherapy was the standard.

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Pharmacists Take the Lead on Advanced Therapeutics

Pharmacy Times

Tichy, PharmD, MBA, vice chair of pharmacy formulary for Mayo Clinic, explained. Newsletter Stay informed on drug updates, treatment guidelines, and pharmacy practice trends—subscribe to Pharmacy Times for weekly clinical insights. This governance issue is a very hot topic,” Eric M. Subscribe Now!