There are several types of anticancer agents used in treatment, including:
1. Chemotherapy: Uses drugs to kill rapidly dividing cells. Examples include cisplatin and doxorubicin. 2. Radiation Therapy: Uses high-energy particles or waves to destroy or damage cancer cells. 3. Targeted Therapy: Involves drugs that specifically target cancer cell mechanisms while sparing normal cells. Examples include trastuzumab and imatinib. 4. Immunotherapy: Utilizes the immune system to fight cancer. Examples include checkpoint inhibitors like pembrolizumab and nivolumab. 5. Hormone Therapy: Used in cancers that are driven by hormones, such as breast and prostate cancer.
