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Cisplatin and Docetaxel

Swiss Cancer Institute · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Cisplatin and docetaxel work together as a chemotherapy combination: cisplatin cross-links DNA to prevent replication, while docetaxel stabilizes microtubules to disrupt cell division.

Cisplatin and docetaxel work together as a chemotherapy combination: cisplatin cross-links DNA to prevent replication, while docetaxel stabilizes microtubules to disrupt cell division. Used for Non-small cell lung cancer, Head and neck cancer, Gastric cancer.

At a glance

Generic nameCisplatin and Docetaxel
Also known asTP, radiation, enteral nutrition and parenteral nutrition
SponsorSwiss Cancer Institute
Drug classChemotherapy combination (platinum agent + taxane)
TargetDNA (cisplatin); beta-tubulin (docetaxel)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Cisplatin is a platinum-based alkylating agent that forms covalent bonds with DNA, preventing strand separation and triggering apoptosis in cancer cells. Docetaxel is a taxane that binds to beta-tubulin and prevents microtubule depolymerization, halting mitosis. The combination exploits complementary mechanisms to enhance cytotoxic effects against rapidly dividing cancer cells.

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Key clinical trials

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