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Satraplatin Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

Satraplatin is a platinum compound that is currently under investigation as one treatment of patients with advanced prostate cancer who have failed previous chemotherapy. As an investigation drug, it has not yet received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval and is not available in retail pharmacies.

Attribute Details
Trade Name Satraplatin
Generic Satraplatin
Satraplatin Other Names Satraplatin
Type
Formula C10H22Cl2N2O4Pt
Weight Average: 500.283
Monoisotopic: 499.060437065
Groups Investigational
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
Available Country
Last Updated: January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am
   

Uses

Investigated for use/treatment in lung cancer, prostate cancer, and solid tumors.

How Satraplatin works

This drug binds to the DNA of cancer cells, inhibiting cell division.

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