Introduction Cytostatics are drugs that inhibit the growth and proliferation of cells in the body. These substances can be produced both naturally and synthetically Field of application Cytostatic drugs are mainly used in the field of chemotherapy for cancer. In this context, they are intended to prevent the “degenerated” tumor cells from multiplying and spreading … Cytostatics
Classification The cytostatic drugs can be divided into different groups. The group membership depends on the type of efficacy. Some cytostatic drugs inhibit the metabolism of the cells and thus lead to the death of these cells, while other cytostatic drugs lead to the incorporation of errors into the genetic material (the DNA) of the … Classification | Cytostatics
Countermeasures Nowadays there are several ways to counteract the various side effects. For example, patients are often given substances that prevent nausea and vomiting before chemotherapy, thus increasing their sense of well-being. Since damage to the oral mucosa often occurs during the course of chemotherapy, it should first be examined by a dentist and possible … Countermeasures | Cytostatics
