Alimta (Pemetrexed) – Oncology Drug

Pemetrexed – Oncology Drug Information Alimta is a novel antifolate compound with inhibitory activity against a number of enzymes including thymidilate synthase, dihydrofolate reductase and glycinamide ribonucleotide formyl transferase. Alimta has been studied with cis-platinum (Cisplatin) or gemcitabine (Gemzarâ) in the treatment of non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Phase II...

Iressa (Gefitinib)

Oncology Drug Information – Iressa has a targeted mechanism of action, which results in less severe adverse reactions, side effects compared to traditional chemotherapy. Gefitinib is an oral selective epidermal growth factor receptor-tyrosine kinase inhibitor (EGFR-TKI). The EGFR (ErbB1, HER1) receptor is similar to Her2/neu. Activation of EGFR stimulates...

Asbestos – What is It?

Asbestos (ASB) is any of a group of silicate minerals that are resistant to heat, fire, and chemical exposure. The structure of the crystals that make up asbestos are different from most other crystalline minerals; instead of the many-sided structure we usually think of as crystalline, the crystals are...

Cancer Support Groups

Cancer Support Groups – Organizations And Foundations Cancer support groups may provide patient network relationships when you are diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer, especially when you find that you need help in ways your doctor cannot address. Finding cancer support groups can provide emotional support and information to help you...

Mesothelioma Stages

Mesothelioma Stages – Mesothelium Malignant Cancer Cells Mesothelioma stages are determined for treatment measures when a biopsy shows that a patient has malignant cells in the mesothelium, there will be more tests to determine how far the cancer has spread. This helps determine what kind of treatment would be...