(jem-SY-tuh-been-ok-SA-lih-pla-tin)
This chemotherapy combination contains the drugs gemcitabine hydrochloride and oxaliplatin. Combinations usually work better than single drugs because different drugs kill cancer cells in different ways.
Gemcitabine Hydrochloride | |
Oxaliplatin |
Each of the drugs in this combination is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat cancer or conditions related to cancer.
Use in Cancer
GEMCITABINE-OXALIPLATIN is used to treat:
This combination may also be used with other drugs or treatments or to treat other types of cancer.
More About GEMCITABINE-OXALIPLATIN
Definition from the NCI Drug Dictionary – Detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug.