#cancer-drugs

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sharingdash.medianewsgroup.com
1 week ago
Medicine

Amgen plows ahead with costly, highly toxic cancer dosing despite FDA challenge

FDA initiative Project Optimus aims to reduce toxicity of cancer drugs by pinpointing the right dosage before reaching patients. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
Wellness

Most Cancer Drugs Granted Accelerated FDA Approval May Not Work

Most cancer drugs granted accelerated approval do not demonstrate benefits within five years.
FDA's accelerated approval program allows early access to promising drugs for fatal diseases, but with the tradeoff of potential unproven effectiveness. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
3 months ago
Health

As cancer treatment advances, patients and doctors push back against drugs' harsh side effects

Patients and doctors are advocating for a change in how new cancer drugs are tested to minimize harsh side effects.
Cancer drug development has traditionally focused on finding the maximum tolerated dose, but this approach may not be necessary for newer, more targeted drugs. [ more ]
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