How you have cancer drugs
You can have cancer drugs as an injection or drip through a vein, through a central line, PICC line or Portacath. Sometimes you might have it as an injection into a muscle or under the skin.
Last reviewed: 29 Jun 2023
Next review due: 29 Jun 2026
There are different ways of having medicines.
You can have cancer drugs in different ways. For how long you have it will depend on the drug you have and your type of cancer. Always take your medicines safely.
Cancer drugs such as chemotherapy are usually given in cycles over several months. A series of cycles is called a course of treatment.
Cancer drugs have side effects and these can vary from person to person. But there are things that you can do to help you cope.
There are many different types of cancer drugs. Some treat cancer, and others help to relieve symptoms such as sickness and pain. The type of drugs you need for your cancer depends on what type of cancer you have.
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