Procarbazine
From Glioblastoma Treatments
| Property | Information |
|---|---|
| Drug Name | Procarbazine |
| FDA Approval | Yes |
| Used for | Glioblastoma |
| Clinical Trial Phase | Not specified |
| Clinical Trial Explanation | Not specified |
| Common Side Effects | Hematological toxicity, nausea, and neurological effects |
| OS without | Not specified |
| OS with | Not specified |
| PFS without | Not specified |
| PFS with | Not specified |
| Usefulness Rating | 3 |
| Usefulness Explanation | Not specified |
| Toxicity Level | 4 |
| Toxicity Explanation | The drug Procarbazine is considered quite toxic. This rating is based on the common side effects like hematological toxicity, which refers to potential harm to your blood cells, nausea, and neurological effects such as headache or dizziness. These side effects are relatively common and could significantly affect your day-to-day life. Remember, all treatments come with potential risks, and it's important to discuss these with your doctor. |
Notes: Combination of Temodar and procarbazine showed a high percentage of tumor regressions, suggesting effectiveness.
From Ben Williams Book: Not specified
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