Results for tag: "Fotemustine"

Fotemustine is an antineoplastic drug used in the treatment of certain types of cancer. It is a nitrosourea, a type of chemotherapy drug, and is used to treat malignant melanoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and other types of cancer. Fotemustine works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells, preventing them from dividing and spreading. It is usually administered intravenously, and is often used in combination with other chemotherapy drugs. Fotemustine is a relatively new drug, and is not widely available. It is not approved for use in the United States, but is approved in some European countries. The drug is expensive, and is not covered by most insurance plans. The market for fotemustine is small, but growing. It is primarily used in the treatment of advanced cancers, and is often used in combination with other drugs. The drug is primarily manufactured by pharmaceutical companies, and is distributed through specialty pharmacies. Some companies in the fotemustine market include Sanofi, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Merck. Show Less Read more