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Doxorubicin – Pet Cancer Society

WebDoxorubicin is an anthracycline type of chemotherapy that is used to treat several different types of cancer. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. 1 Although it …

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Mast Cell Tumors – Pet Cancer Society

WebMast cell tumors are the most common type of skin cancer found in dogs and account for approximately 14 to 21% of all diagnosed skin tumors in these animals. 4 MCTs are …

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Melanoma – Pet Cancer Society

WebTypes & Symptoms. Non-malignant forms of melanoma include melanocytic nevus and melanocytoma. Melanocytic nevus tumors are well-defined, rounded, firm, less than 2 cm …

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Leukemia – Pet Cancer Society

WebLeukemia develops from cancerous cells originating in the bone marrow which is the site of both red and white blood cell production. There are two major types of …

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Lymphoma – Pet Cancer Society

WebLymphoma is a cancer that targets lymphocytes, white blood cells that originate in bone marrow and migrate to lymphoid tissues such as thymus, lymph nodes, and spleen. 3 …

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Precision Medicine – Pet Cancer Society

WebAlthough veterinary medicine has lagged behind human precision medicine with regard to identifying the molecular mechanisms of cancer, recent studies have provided optimism …

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Hemangiosarcoma – Pet Cancer Society

WebHemangiosarcoma is an aggressive, malignant growth of cells lining blood vessels which occurs almost exclusively in dogs. The term “hem” refers to blood, “angio” refers to …

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L-asparaginase – Pet Cancer Society

WebTherefore, the actions of L-asparaginase are particularly harmful to cells of the intestine, bone marrow, liver, and pancreas and your pet may experience the following side …

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Dexamethasone – Pet Cancer Society

WebWhat is dexamethasone? Dexamethasone is a powerful, synthetic corticosteroid which has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. In addition, corticosteroid …

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Dactinomycin – Pet Cancer Society

WebDactinomycin, also known as actinomycin D, is a chemotherapy medication used to treat different types of cancers that affect kidneys, uterus, testicles, bones, muscles, joints, …

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Tanovea – Pet Cancer Society

WebTanovea is a promising new anti-cancer drug designed to treat canine lymphoma. Most cancer treatments are initially targeted for human use and then secondarily modified for …

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Lomustine – Pet Cancer Society

WebLomustine administration. Lomustine is provided in capsule form (5, 10, 40, and 100 mg sizes). To dogs, it is given to the mouth at a dose of 50 to 90 mg/m 2 of body surface. 4. …

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Vinblastine – Pet Cancer Society

WebVinblastine is cytotoxic and should be handled with care. It is provided as a powder or solution (1 mg/ml) to be injected. The exact mass and volume to be used for …

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Prednisone – Pet Cancer Society

WebPrednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid which imitates the actions of cortisol, a natural steroid hormone that is secreted daily in the body. This drug effectively inhibits the …

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Cyclophosphamide – Pet Cancer Society

WebWhat is cyclophosphamide? Cyclophosphamide is a cytotoxic drug that is used to destroy cells that are rapidly dividing. Although it is most often prescribed to treat various types of …

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Mitoxantrone – Pet Cancer Society

WebMitoxantrone may cause dangerous effects on your dog’s heart. Call your doctor immediately if your pet develops fast or pounding heartbeats, shortness of breath (even …

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Chlorambucil – Pet Cancer Society

WebChlorambucil, commonly known as Leukeran, is an immune system suppressant and also interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. It is often prescribed for …

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Mechlorethamine – Pet Cancer Society

WebMechlorethamine may reduce blood cell production in bone marrow which reduces your pet’s capacity to fight infection. It may also interfere with the blood clotting mechanism. …

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