What are the Types of Pharmacological Interventions?
There are several types of pharmacological interventions, each with a specific mechanism of action:
Chemotherapy: Uses cytotoxic drugs to kill cancer cells. These drugs can be systemic, affecting the entire body, or localized to target specific areas. Targeted Therapy: Focuses on specific molecules or pathways that are crucial for cancer cell survival and proliferation. Examples include tyrosine kinase inhibitors and monoclonal antibodies. Hormone Therapy: Used primarily for cancers that are hormone-sensitive, such as breast and prostate cancer. These drugs either lower hormone levels or block their effects. Immunotherapy: Activates the body's immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. Examples include checkpoint inhibitors and CAR T-cell therapy. Anti-Angiogenesis Drugs: Inhibit the formation of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow.
