Anticancer agent

An anticancer agent is a medication used to treat cancer by targeting and destroying cancer cells or stopping their growth. These agents work through various mechanisms, such as damaging the DNA of cancer cells, inhibiting their ability to divide, or stimulating the immune system to fight the cancer. While effective at controlling or reducing tumors, anticancer agents can also affect healthy cells, leading to side effects. They are a critical component of cancer treatment, often used alone or with other therapies like surgery or radiation to improve patient outcomes.