ChemotherapyFDA-approvedSecond-line
Platinum-based chemotherapy (e.g., Carboplatin, Cisplatin)
Generic name: carboplatin, cisplatin
How it works
Interferes with cell division, preventing cancer cells from growing and dividing.
Cancer types
Prostate Cancer— All patients
Efficacy
Platinum-based chemotherapy has been shown to improve overall survival and delay disease progression in patients with advanced prostate cancer.
Side effects
Severe
This treatment carries a higher risk of serious side effects. Close medical monitoring is required throughout treatment.
This information is provided for general education only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making treatment decisions.