Last reviewed · How we verify

Platinum Compound

SWOG Cancer Research Network · Phase 2 active Small molecule

Platinum-based chemotherapy agent that binds to DNA, inhibiting cancer cell replication

Platinum-based chemotherapy agent that binds to DNA, inhibiting cancer cell replication Used for Ovarian cancer, Lung cancer, Breast cancer.

At a glance

Generic namePlatinum Compound
Also known asPlatinum Agents, Platinum-Based Chemotherapeutic Agent
SponsorSWOG Cancer Research Network
Drug classPlatinum-based chemotherapy
TargetDNA
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

Platinum compounds work by forming platinum-DNA adducts, which interfere with DNA replication and transcription, ultimately leading to cell death.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

Every claim on this page is sourced from regulatory or scientific primary sources. See our editorial policy for full methodology.

SourceUsed for
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

Competitive intelligence

For the full competitive landscape — auto-detected comparators, recent regulatory actions across the set, upcoming PDUFA, patent timeline, sponsor landscape: