ChemotherapyFDA-approvedFirst-line
Platinum-based chemotherapy (e.g., carboplatin, cisplatin)
Generic name: carboplatin, cisplatin
How it works
Interferes with DNA replication, causing cancer cells to die, and also increases the effectiveness of chemotherapy.
Cancer types
Prostate Cancer— All patients
Efficacy
In clinical trials, platinum-based chemotherapy improved overall survival in patients with metastatic castration-resistant 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.