Cytotoxic Drugs

Cytotoxic drugs are medications designed to kill or stop the growth of cells, primarily used to treat cancer. Cancer cells divide rapidly, and these drugs target such fast-growing cells to prevent tumors from spreading or shrinking them. However, because they affect all quickly dividing cells, they can also impact healthy tissues like hair follicles and the digestive system. These drugs are often administered in chemotherapy treatments and are carefully managed to maximize cancer control while minimizing side effects. Their primary goal is to destroy cancer cells and improve patient outcomes.