Guide to Cancer Drugs

To find a drug in this reference, look for it by the generic name or trade name. For instance, letrozole is the generic name of the drug Femara®. Femara® is the trade name. The following reference contains basic information about cancer treatment medicines and commonly used medicines that individuals with cancer may be taking to relieve symptoms. This information is not meant to replace the information given to you by your doctor. Rather the purpose is to supplement your doctor's information.

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